Silent Night: Music for the Silent Screen showcasing Metropolis

Directed by Fritz Lang, 1927
NR; 148 minutes

“The mediator between head and hands must be the heart.” This iconic line from Metropolis reveals the central message of this trailblazing science fiction epic that continues to speak to cinemagoers today. Brought to the screen by visionary German director Fritz Lang (Scarlet Street, M) and cinematographer Karl Freund (Dracula, 1931; The Mummy, 1932), Metropolis is hailed by filmmakers and critics alike as one of the most influential films ever made.

The Princess Bride

Directed Rob Reiner, 1987
PG; 98 minutes

“The film's strength begins with a deftly crafted script that does what many had believed was impossible: converting a book to film without losing anything in translation.” —Jeff Strickler, Minneapolis Star Tribune

Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon

Directed Ang Lee, 2000
PG-13; 120 minutes

“Once in a great while, a movie engages us so thoroughly that we slip the surly bonds of Earth and experience a rare moment of transcendence. Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon is such a movie.” —Charles Ealy, Dallas Morning News

In 19th century Qing Dynasty China, a warrior gives his sword, Green Destiny, to his lover to deliver to safe keeping, but it is stolen, and the chase is on to find it. The search leads to the House of Yu where the story takes on a whole different level.

Rob Roy

Directed Michael Caton-Jones, 1995
R; 139 minutes

“Strange. I thought I had seen enough sword fights in movies to last a lifetime, but I was wrong. The sword fight in Rob Roy reinvents the exercise, and the movie itself brings hot red blood to the costume genre.” — Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times

Swan Strings presents Brianne Sargent

Brianne Sargent is a Dallas-based bassist, cellist, producer, and composer whose work bridges contemporary performance, recording, and interdisciplinary collaboration. A member of the band Skinny Cooks, she brings a dynamic and genre-fluid approach to her practice, with credits that span live performance and major recordings. Her work can be heard on songs by Mariah Carey and Kehlani, and she has performed alongside artists including Sheila E., Yolanda Adams, and Alejandro Escovedo.

Flora & Form: Printmaking Workshop in the Modern Shop

In conjunction with First Friday on June 5, the Modern Shop and the Museum's Education team will host a printmaking workshop inspired by the special exhibition Rashid Johnson: A Poem for Deep Thinkers.

This workshop is free to participate. Visitors have an option to purchase a tote bag from the Modern Shop that can be use to make custom merch inspired by the artwork on view.

October Sky

Directed Joe Johnston, 1999
PG; 108 minutes

“October Sky is a sensational character-driven story with a strong narrative and great visual style.” —Paul Tatara, CNN.com

Forrest Gump

Directed Robert Zemeckis, 1994
PG-13; 142 minutes

“I can't think of anyone else as Gump, after seeing how [Tom] Hanks makes him into a person so dignified, so straight-ahead. The performance is a breathtaking balancing act between comedy and sadness, in a story rich in big laughs and quiet truths.” —Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times

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