The contribution of the live orchestra to the silent film “The Mark of Zorro” directed by Fred Niblo made the film more thrilling. The bold music brought on a new approach to the humorous silent film. After viewing it, I now believe that all silent films should be viewed accompanying a performing orchestra or band of some sort. I loved how it offered an alternate source of not only entertainment, but information synchronized with moving images. Without the exhilarating background music, silent films seem tedious and only half complete. The music was loud and very lively, but not overpowering. It kind of signaled its own attention in a way.
The small orchestra brought back the entire experience from the 1920’s. I was able to submerge
The small orchestra brought back the entire experience from the 1920’s. I was able to submerge