Condemned unseen in France on its release, vilified by the Catholic authorities, and banned outright in England, Carl Theodor Dreyer’s ‘La Passion de Jeanne d’Arc’ (1928) is widely recognised as a silent masterpiece, regularly appearing in lists of the top 10 greatest films ever made.
Inspired by Dreyer’s vision, the award-winning Orlando Consort presents an entirely new, carefully crafted soundtrack of music from the era in which the film is set. The intricate beauty of 15th-century works by Binchois and Dufay, together with animated motets and haunting plainsong, amplify the poignant depiction of medieval France and provide a highly evocative accompaniment to this landmark film.
The University of NottinghamLakeside Arts Centre University Park Nottingham, NG7 2RD
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