Thursday, April 1 at 7:00 PM
Screening at Capri Theater • 2027 W Broadway Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55411
Conversation Leader: Craig Laurence Rice, Filmmaker and Professor
In celebration of the Capri Theater’s 100th birthday – a film originally screened here.
ABOUT THE FILM
See the film with live musical accompaniment! Metropolis depicts a futuristic city split between a privileged elite in towering skyscrapers and workers laboring underground. The story follows Freder, the ruler’s son, and Maria, a workers’ advocate, as they seek to bridge the class divide. Notable for groundbreaking special effects, massive sets, and German Expressionist style, it has deeply influenced sci-fi classics like Blade Runner. Initially a box-office failure with mixed reviews, it has since been restored, acclaimed, and hailed as one of cinema’s most important works.
FIRST THURSDAY FILMS AT THE CAPRI
First Thursday Films brings generations and cultures together to experience brilliant movies the way they were meant to be seen, followed by vibrant, post-credit discussions led by knowledgeable moderators. It is more than just a movie night on West Broadway; it is a welcoming space for sharp cinematic debate, rich culture, and real community dialogue. Programmed in partnership with The Capri with support from the Minnesota Historical Society.