Part history lesson followed by re-enactments with actors, this film depicts the history of witchcraft from its earliest days through to the present day (in this case,1922 or thereabouts). The result is a documentary-like film that must be among the first to use re-enactments as a visual and narrative tool. From pagan worship to satanic rites to hysteria, the film takes you on a journey through the ages with highly effective visual sequences.

 

Ticket can be bought in advance here or at Kai Art Center before the screening. The film screening is part of Sõprus Cinema’s special program ‘Kai välikino’. More info here.

 

Country: Sweden, Denmark

Director: Benjamin Christensen

Cast: Benjamin Christensen, Elisabeth Christensen, Maren Pedersen, Astrid Holm, Karen Winther, Edla Hansen

Language: Swedish, Danish

Subtitle Language: English