Description
The lecture 'Film History 1: From the Cinema of Attractions to 1945' at the Department of Film Studies (University of Zurich) takes place as a public event at the Filmpodium. Daniel Wiegand and guests will discuss aspects of film history from the first half of the 20th century from September to December, every Thursday afternoon: from the beginnings in the late 19th century, through key milestones of silent film era, to the transition to sound film and classic Hollywood cinema. All lectures (90 minutes, free admission) will be given by Prof. Dr. Daniel Wiegand — unless otherwise noted — and complemented by subsequent film programs (usual admission prices). Lecture 3 The 'Cinema of the Second Epoch' and the Development of Narrative Feature Films Thu 8.10. 16:15 (90'), followed by the Cinema Concert The Stranger Bird A collaboration with the Department of Film Studies at the University of Zurich
Highlights
- Lecture on the 'Cinema of the Second Epoch' on 8.10.
- Free admission for the lecture
- Complementary cinema concert: The Stranger Bird
General Information
The lecture series at the Department of Film Studies at the University of Zurich covers film history up to 1945. The event takes place at the Filmpodium and includes lectures as well as subsequent film programs.
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October 2026
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