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How about going to the movies in the most unusual places all over Porto?

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João Queirós

If you're into Cinema History, then the film cycle themed "Salão Piolho" is your thing. The most significant and influential movies ever in silent film era will be back in Porto from 12th to 15th December; so, save these dates in your agenda, and in-between Christmas carols and shopping for the best gifts for your nearest and dearest, grab a film or two in the most unexpected places all over the Invicta. 

Entrance is free, but subject to room capacity.

PROGRAMME

Thursday, 12th December

> 7pm | Cinema Trindade

"The Kid", by Charlie Chaplin, music by O Gajo

> 9.30pm | Passos Manuel

"The Lodger: A Story of the London Fog", music by Luís Costa and Nuno Campos

Friday, 13th December

> 7pm | Porto City Hall Main Lobby

Short films by Georges Mèliès, to the sound of Arsénio Martins Ensemble

> 10pm | Maus Hábitos

"Man with a Movie Camera", by Dziga Vertov, to the sound of Stereossauro

Saturday, 14th December

> 3pm | Porto City Hall Main Lobby

"Félix the Cat" (shorts), music by Charlie Mancini

> 9.30pm | Ferro Bar

"The General", by Clyde Bruckman and Buster Keaton, music by Inês Vaz

Sunday, 15th December

> 9.30pm | Igreja dos Carmelitas Descalços

"The Passion of Joan of Arc (French: La Passion de Jeanne D'Arc)", by Carl Theodor Dreyer, music by Diogo Vida