The Uitkijk classic of April is an iconic, unconventional masterpiece from the early years of cinema that has effortlessly stood the test of time. Screening every Sunday evening in April at 9:00 PM.
Häxan, also known as Witchcraft Through the Ages, is an episodic film that explores various aspects of the witch hunts through a cultural-historical lens across seven chapters. With its experimental visuals, unique style, and grim atmosphere, the film examines the hypothesis that medieval witches suffered from the same ailments as psychiatric patients who, at the time of the film’s release, were diagnosed with hysteria. Far from being a dry historical account, Benjamin Christensen’s masterpiece is an incredibly terrifying, humorous, and grotesque film.
With a unique genre mix—combining gothic horror, documentary, drama, and more—Benjamin Christensen’s Häxan stands as one of the most unconventional films of the silent film era. More than a hundred years after its premiere, this classic remains just as impressive, haunting, and groundbreaking as ever.