1929 | Not Rated | 59 minutes | Digital | English Intertitles | Click Title for Details
A spirited blend of romance, redemption, and racetrack thrills from Universal Pictures’ final year of the silent era, SILKS AND SADDLES stars Richard Walling as Johnny Spencer, a cocky young jockey whose impulsive decision to throw a race for the attention of a femme fatale (Sybil Morrissey) sends his career and reputation into free fall. Johnny seizes a last, dangerous chance at glory when he’s called upon to tame a fiery thoroughbred, proving his courage and winning the heart of his employer’s spirited daughter (Marion Nixon).
We are proud to screen some timeless and historic masterpieces. These wonderful screen gems are enhanced by live piano accompaniment from Cleveland native David Drazin, an accomplished virtuoso with a talent for playing off the cuff. David selects the perfect piece from his impressive mental repertoire to heighten the viewing experience for our audience. In addition to knowing just the right thing to play for any silent film imaginable, David is also an expert in jazz, classical, blues, and boogie-woogie.
