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The Castro Theatre is a San Francisco landmark that should be visited in the day light, as well as in the evening for a film. Built in 1922, the theater has a beautifully restored ceiling, entry and balcony that is revered by the greater SF community. The theatre is known for playing independant films and curating rare collections of historic movies.

Starting this Friday, the 11th of July, the Castro Theatre is showcasing a collection of silent films as part of the 13th annual silent film festival. Put on by a non-profit organization that supports the preservation of silent movies, this collection of films acts as a telling window into the past. Silent films are meant to be seen in large theaters with live musical accompaniment. The Castro Theatre offers the perfect place to go back to a quieter time and examine the clothes, sets, music and acting from a different time. The festival kicks off with Kid Brother, the 1927 hit, followed by an opening party at 9:30. The following weekend is filled with films as well. A good way to escape the heat and see something unusual and compelling!