A talented actor uses his connections to advance his career in Germany. The success he seeks comes with a subtle Faustian bargain in which he is incrementally adjusting his ideals to accommodate his Nazi patrons. Based on a controversial novel by Klaus Mann (son of Thomas Mann), Mephisto explores a not uncommon human predicament: beliefs and loyalties compromised and subordinated to a convoluted neediness, for affirmation by those who seem to matter.The Screening will begin with an introduction by Fabian Lampart, whose research, writing and recent seminar on "memory and censorship" has inspired the choice of this film. Arrive at 8:50pm for 9:00pm start.
