The Adventures of Prince Achmed (1926) w/The Order of the Illusive

<div>The Adventures of Prince Achmed (1926) is a German silent film by Lotte Reiniger, considered the oldest surviving animated feature film, using a unique silhouette animation technique with cutouts and an early multiplane camera. Based on One Thousand and One Nights, it follows Prince Achmed's adventures on a flying horse, battling a sorcerer and meeting Aladdin, all told through intricate, expressive black silhouettes against colorful, tinted backgrounds. The film is a landmark in animation history, showcasing innovative techniques and a dreamlike visual style.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>Formed in 2012, <b>Order of the Illusive</b> creates live, improvised experimental scores for silent film, performing regularly throughout NYC, upstate New York, and the New England area. Their unconventional instrumentation and eclectic musical influences let them roam across a rich range of sonic and musical territory, crafting immersive sound and visual experiences that draw audiences into worlds where music and image become one.</div><div><br></div><div>Geoff Gersh — guitar &amp; electronics</div><div>Zach Layton — 17-string bass &amp; electronics</div><div>Bradford Reed — pencilina, drums &amp; electronics</div>AnimationPT1H6M2026-08-27DEde
Lotte Reiniger
Louis Hagen
The Adventures of Prince Achmed (1926) w/The Order of the Illusive"The Adventures of Prince Achmed (1926) w/The Order of the Illusive"

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August 27, 7:00 pm

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