Suramis
tsikhe
1922Romance
Legend of Surami Fortress. Love revenge can be very painful.
Editorial
An exploration of how the silent era’s most transgressive narratives and moral anomalies established the blueprint for modern cult cinema obsession.
15 Apr 2026
A deep dive into the psychological and historical roots of cult cinema, tracing the lineage of niche obsession back to the transgressive and bizarre anomalies of the silent era.
15 Apr 2026
Cult cinema thrives on defiance, attracting dedicated audiences to films that challenge norms and embrace the unconventional. This article delves into how this enduring spirit of rebellion and community has shaped cinematic history, tracing its roots from early, often overlooked masterpieces to modern-day phenomena.
15 Apr 2026Community Focus
Archive
“Narasinha Avtar stands as one of cult cinema's finest achievements — a film that rewards repeat viewing and deepens with every watch. Essential.”View Film
Curator's Selection
Shadows of the Silent City: Early Crime & Urban Mysteries
Uncover the thrilling dawn of cinematic crime and intrigue as the silent era grappled with urban shadows, enigmatic figures, and the birth of the detective genre.
👻Spectral Visions & Mechanical Dreams: Silent Cinema's Unseen Realms
Unearth the eerie and the extraordinary from the dawn of cinema, exploring the pioneering horror, sci-fi, and fantastical narratives that dared to push boundaries in the silent era.
🤫Silent Scandals: The Morality Plays of Early Cinema
Unearth the daring and often sensational social dramas of the 1910s, where early filmmakers fearlessly tackled controversial topics from white slavery to drug addiction, offering a fascinating glimpse into a society grappling with rapid change and nascent moral codes.
🤫Pre-Code Echoes: Silent Cinema's Moral Labyrinth
Unearth the silent era's bold and often sensational explorations of human vice, social transgression, and the moral dilemmas that captivated early audiences, laying the groundwork for later cinematic codes and conventions.
