Silent Movie Mondays: Metropolis (1927) Starring Brigitte Helm, organist Brett Miller

Apr 20, 2026

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Historic Balboa Theatre /
868 Fourth Avenue,
San Diego, CA 92101
Downtown San Diego
Tickets start at $23
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Historic Balboa Theatre /
868 Fourth Avenue,
San Diego, CA 92101
Downtown San Diego
Tickets start at $23
[email protected]

Description

Set in a dystopian future, Metropolis story follows Freder, the son of the city's mastermind, whose love for a working-class woman leads him to the city's unpleasant underbelly. Metropolis is often cited as one of the first science fiction feature films, opening the door to the hundreds of movies in the genre that exist today.

Before the show

Audience members are encouraged to arrive early for a pre-show performance by our guest organist Rosemary Bailey 30 minutes before the film.

After the show

All audience members are invited to stay for a post-show conversation with featured organist Brett Miller and a special guest film expert.

 

Dates & Times

  • Apr 20, 2026 7:00pm-9:00pm
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868 Fourth Avenue

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Historic Balboa Theatre

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