Lillian Gish hailed Anthony Slide as “our pre-eminent historian of the silent film,” and she is just one of the silent players whom he knew well and of whom he will provide a rare personal glimpse. Listen as Betty Balfour talks with her director, George Pearson, in old age and discover her true voice; attend a garden party with the Valentino Memorial Guild; view clips from “lost” British silent films; let Margery Wilson tell you about her role as Brown Eyes in Intolerance; let Blanche Sweet reminisce about her career; and much more.

The evening will include rare film clips, a Q&A and a book signing.

Anthony is a British writer who has produced more than seventy books and edited a further 150 on the history of popular entertainment. In 1990, in recognition of his work on the history of American popular culture, he received a honorary doctorate of letters from Bowling Green University, Ohio. He is a member of the editorial board of the American Film Institute Catalog.

Doors open at 19.00, for a 19.30 start.

Refreshments will be available in our licenced cafe/bar.

TICKETS & PRICING

Autumn Season 2015 ticketing applies.

Advance tickets may be purchased from Billetto, or direct from the Museum by calling 020 7840 2200 in office hours.