Francis Lederer, debonair character actor with a continental charm

This November and December, CineClub 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.

Our mini season also comprises 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 Wednesday 11 Dezember 2024 we're screening

THE RETURN OF DRACULA

US 1958, 77 minutes, English, directed by Paul Landres

Francis Lederer stars as the famous count who leaves the Balkans for California. Although assuming a new identity, he never quite settles, nor finds the right resting place in the land of endless opportunity.

Full Season Programme
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MAMAN COLIBRI
Thursday 21 November 7PM

TALK, A FILMED CONVERSATION & CONFESSIONS OF A NAZI SPY
Thursday 28 November 7PM

ABENTEUER IN WIEN
Tuesday 3 Dezember 7PM

THE RETURN OF DRACULA
Wednesday 11 Dezember 7PM