SUNRISE weaves fluidly through the canvas of human emotion with the poetic grace of a silent, visual masterpiece. Directed by German expressionist icon, F.W. Murnau, the film is an ageless tale of dichotomy: betrayal and redemption, duty and hedonism, innocence and guilt, tradition and modernization.
To watch SUNRISE is to experience a pure cinematic revelation. The camera tracking during the city scenes is seamless and accomplished, echoing the frenetic pace and limitless possibilities of urban life. Emotional turmoil is reflected in contrasts of light and darkness, shadows, exaggerated physical stature, and translucent, superimposed images. SUNRISE is a testament to the ineffaceable images of the silent screen, an affirmation of the power of human expression and visionary direction.
The Man, a young husband (George O'Brien), seduced by an alluring, mysterious Woman from the City (Margaret Livingston), plots to kill his devoted, neglected Wife (Janet Gaynor). Discovering her husband's ulterior motive for a picnic on the lake, the Wife runs away to the City, pursued by her remorseful husband. Instilled with a renewed love and sense of commitment for his family, he attempts to win back his wife's trust and affection. However, their reconciliation is threatened when a storm capsizes their boat on the way home.
Hugo Riesenfeld
0 arranged by Nic Raine| large orchestra | |||
stafflist 2(II/picc).2(II/ca).2(II/asax).2 – 3.2.3.1 – timp.pno/synth+cel.hp.perc(2) – strings (min. 8.6.4.4.2) |
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Duration 91 |
sync fps 25 |
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Pierre Oser
2004| Ensemble | |||
stafflist flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, trumpet, trombone, piano, violin, viola, cello |
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Duration 97 |
sync fps 24 |
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