Syracuse History of Cinema Guided Tour
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Syracuse History of Cinema Guided Tour

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£59.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, Italian
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Do this because
  • Explore the history of cinema through hands-on experiences
  • Witness ancient cinematic devices like camera obscura and kinetoscope
  • Learn the techniques of repairing a film at a film-passed table
  • Enjoy an exclusive screening of a restored silent film
  • Take home a Polaroid photo taken with period equipment as a keepsake
What to expect

Step into the world of cinematic history with this workshop, a must for any film enthusiast. This journey through time will transport you back to the origins of cinema, allowing you to explore the machinery that brought moving images to life. From the enigmatic camera obscura to the renowned kinetoscope, you'll have the chance to witness these ancient devices first-hand.

Dive deeper into the realm of film, uncover its various formats and materials, and understand what makes cinema such a universally adored art form. You'll even get the opportunity to sit at a film-passed table and learn the techniques of repairing a film.

To conclude your experience, indulge in an exclusive screening of a silent film restored by the esteemed Cineteca dello Stretto. And as a final touch, take home a special keepsake: a Polaroid photo taken with period equipment, encapsulating the essence of this remarkable cinematic adventure.

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What's included
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Where

Via G.B. Alagona, 59, 96100 Syracuse, SR, Italy

Meeting point:
Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes in advance.
Provider
Empeeria
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins.

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