Metropolis (1927)

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Year: 1927

Genre: Sci-fi/Drama

Director: Fritz Lang Starring: Brigitte Helm

Summary:

This influential German science-fiction film presents a highly stylized futuristic city where a beautiful and cultured utopia exists above a bleak underworld populated by mistreated workers. When the privileged youth Freder discovers the grim scene under the city, he becomes intent on helping the workers. He befriends the rebellious teacher Maria, but this puts him at odds with his authoritative father, leading to greater conflict.

Reason to Watch:

*Considered the first sci fi full length film

*costumes

*the dance

*available on youtube

Dance Scene from Metropolis

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