Silent Movie Mondays: Metropolis (1927)
Starring Brigitte Helm, organist Brett Miller
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DateApr 20, 2026
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Event Starts7:00 PM
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VenueBalboa Theatre
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Doors Open1 hour before show begins
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AvailabilityOn Sale Now
- Monday, April 20 7:00 PM Buy Tickets
Event Info
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.

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.
About the Venue
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