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July 6, 2007
Hurray for Hollywood
Last night, Dawnise, Vince, Donna Ari and I took in the 7:30 showing of The Black Pirate starring Douglas Fairbanks, preceded by the Buster Keaton short The Boat at the Lynwood Theatre, shown complete with organ accompanist in celebration of the theatres 75th birthday.
The prints were very good for movies made in the mid 20's and the organist was incredible. His timing was perfect and when the organ - a vintage Wurlitzer - had technical trouble and the music stopped for a moment, it threw into sharp relief how much his performance was adding to the experience.
Really a great experience. Now I really want to see Metropolis with appropriate accompaniment.
Posted by dberger at July 6, 2007 8:16 AM