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The Adventures of Prince Achmed (Die Abenteuer des Prinzen Achmed) [G]

with live musical accompaniment

Director: Lotte Reiniger

Starring: Live accompaniment by Miles & Karina

When The Adventures of Prince Achmed premiered in Germany on September 23, 1926, it was one of the first full-length animated films. And it's the oldest one still in existence.

It uses a brilliant, silhouette technique invented by the director. Eighty–three years later, this enchanting film still stands as one of the great classics of animation — beautiful, mesmerising and utterly seductive. Taken from The Arabian Nights, the film tells the story of a wicked sorcerer who tricks Prince Achmed into mounting a magical flying horse and sends the rider off on a flight to his death. But the Prince foils the magician's plan, and soars headlong into a series of wondrous adventures.

Thrilling, sensuous and dazzling, Prince Achmed will enthrall children and film enthusiasts of all ages. Recently restored and accompanied by a live music score written and performed by Miles & Karina — direct from Seattle, Washington, to appear at The Astor. Karina plays accordion and glockenspiel while Miles plays guitar, banjo, viola and percussion. Visit Miles & Karina at their web-site.

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