The Informer of 1929 is a perfect example of disruptive technology; it exists both as an elegant precursor of film noir, the last flowering of silent film, and as a clunky part talkie with dubbed voices and grandiose sound track. Guess which version we’re doing?
For a link to the livestream and recording, please subscribe ($5 ticket/$10 subscription with access to all of our films). This is what sustains our series of fascinating lesser-known films with Philip’s wonderful improvised accompaniments and commentary. I will make a final check at noon on Sunday 4/7 for new subscribers and ticket holders who wish to join us live at 2 pm; after the livestream the recording will remain available at the same link.