The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari

Bartell Film Series Late Night Edition 

Unrated Silent Film
1h 14m 

Discover the film that changed the horror genre forever. Released in 1920, this silent, landmark film broke all the rules of filmmaking with surreal, jagged sets, bizarre backgrounds, and eerie atmosphere.

At a German carnival, friends Francis and Alan meet the unstable Dr. Caligari. The doctor introduces Cesare, a hypnotized sleepwalker who can supposedly foretell the future. After Cesare predicts Alan’s imminent death, the prophecy comes true. This sudden tragedy immediately makes Cesare the prime suspect in the murder.

Over a century later, this public domain treasure remains a haunting and visually stunning film that still unnerves and fascinates audiences today.

General Seating 
Presented on the Drury Stage