New Silent Movie Filmed In Mystic

MYSTIC, CT — A new silent film that was shot in Mystic and features some local talent was previewed at the Mystic & Noank Library on Friday night.

Directed by Groton resident Christopher Annino as part of Tag Team Friendship Productions LLC of Mystic, "Silent Times" had its world-preview Friday, May 25 at 6 p.m.

According to the library's website, the film is a loving homage to the silent films of the 1920's and 30's, and features a wide cast of characters based on archetypes and personalities common in those films, such as Charlie Chaplin, Buster Keaton and Gypsy Rose Lee.

The event also featured a Q&A with the cast and crew after the movie. All proceeds from the event will go toward the Andrea Tegan Post Memorial Fund, which was created to help struggling artists financially so they can pursue their dreams.

According to the film's Facebook page, the story centers on Oliver Henry III, played by Geoff Blanchette. Henry is a "small-time crook turned vaudeville theater owner" who immigrates to America in search of happiness and fast cash.

"Silent Times" was shot in black and white, and the film was also sped up to match 1920’s film speed.

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