Francis Lederer, debonair character actor with a continental charm
This November and December, Cine Club celebrates the long and colourful life and acting career of Francis Lederer (1899–2000). Asked what his secret is, he replied: the secret to longevity is to live a long life – a quote that captures his much-loved wit and humour brilliantly.
Labelled the German speaking Maurice Chevalier, Lederer's international career spanned from the silent era well into the 1970s and our selection of four films aims to illustrate this.
For this part of our mini series we feature a talk and introduction by film historians Brigitte Mayr and Michael Omasta of Synema Vienna who have researched and written extensively about this suave man.
On Tuesday 3 December 2024 we're screening
ABENTEUER IN WIEN – Stolen Identity
Austria/US 1952, 89 minutes, German with English sub-titles, directed by Emil E. Reinert
This film is a forgotten little masterpiece of „Austrian Noir“ and marks the first Austro-American co-production since the silent era, telling of a triangular love story against the backdrop of post-war Vienna, Francis Lederer's stars as the jealous husband and his portrayal of this sinister feeling shows of his versatility as a character actor.
Full Season Programme
Click on the film titles for more info and to book tickets
Thursday 21 November 7PM
TALK, A FILMED CONVERSATION & CONFESSIONS OF A NAZI SPY
Thursday 28 November 7PM
Tuesday 3 Dezember 7PM
Wednesday 11 Dezember 7PM
