Past Film/Video | Classics

Tenebrae

(Dario Argento, 1982)

New Restoration

A close-up of a woman who looks startled peering through a hole in a sheet of white fabric.
Aug 03, 2023 7:00 PM
Film/Video Theater

$7 members and adults 55 and over
$9 general public
$5 students 

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A mystery writer gets involved in the search for a serial killer inspired by his books in this film many consider Argento’s response to his critics.

Peter Neal (Anthony Franciosa) is an American mystery writer visiting Rome to promote his latest book, titled Tenebrae. When a woman is murdered, Neal begins to receive letters saying his books have inspired the killing spree, and he quickly becomes embroiled in the search for the villain. Starring John Saxon and Daria Nicolodi, the film features a synth-focused score by Italian prog band Goblin. In English, Italian, and Spanish with English subtitles. (101 mins., 4K DCP)

See the complete Retrospective: Dario Argento lineup.

Please note: The films in this series include scenes of violence, horror gore, and other disturbing images.

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Tenebrae, courtesy of Synapse Films.

"Argento is a master of the [giallo] form and Tenebrae represents him at his most inventive."
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Organized with the support of Camilla Cormanni and Marco Cicala, Cinecittà.

SUPPORT FOR FILM/VIDEO PROGRAMS PROVIDED BY
Rohauer Collection Foundation

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Larry and Donna James
Lisa Barton
Johanna DeStefano
Jones Day
Alex and Renée Shumate

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Past Film/Video

Tenebrae

Aug 03, 2023 7:00 PM EST
Film/Video Theater

$7 members and adults 55 and over
$9 general public
$5 students 

View our current COVID-19 protocols.

Tickets and series passes are on sale to members now! Public sale begins June 9 at 10 AM. Not a member? Join today!

Enjoy snacks with your movie
Heirloom Café reopens at 6 PM until this screening begins, now serving gourmet popcorn plus beer, wine, and other refreshments. You can also find packaged snacks in the Wexner Center Store. Read the press release.

ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. If you have questions about accessibility or require an accommodation such as CART captioning or ASL interpretation to participate in this event, please contact Accessibility Manager Helyn Marshall at accessibility@wexarts.org or via telephone at (614) 688-3890. Requests made by two weeks in advance will generally allow us to provide seamless access, but the Wexner Center for the Arts will make every effort to meet requests made after this date.

Become a Member