Memory and Film Festival: Letter from an Unknown Woman
Wed 26 November 2025
Murray Edwards College
Second film of the Festival is Letter from an Unknown Woman (dir. Max Ophüls, 1948). A pianist about to flee from a duel receives a letter from a woman he cannot remember, who may hold the key to his downfall.
The screening will be preceeded by short introduction, putting it in context and highlighting the interesting ways in which it portrays memory. These screenings are part of the interdisciplinary research project 'When Memories Come Alive'. The film will be followed up by a drinks reception.
The screenings will be introduced by Dr Joseph Bitney and Prof Raphael Lyne.
Cost: Free
