Clara Bow in “IT” (1927)

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Born in Brooklyn, Clara Bow was known as “The ‘It’ Girl,” so we’re happy to show the film in her home borough. The peak of Clara’s popularity was from 1927 to 1929 during which she starred in numerous comedies, as well as the blockbuster aviation drama “Wings” (1927). Unhappy in sound films, she retired at age 28 in 1933. This film will be presented in a new 4K restoration by Paramount Pictures. Our extra attraction is the overlooked Wanda Wiley in the two-reel “A Thrilling Romance” (1926). The Silent Clowns Film Series is New York’s longest-running regularly-scheduled silent film showcase. After 25 years of presenting its programming in Manhattan, the series is delighted to be bringing its fun and laughs to Brooklyn, at the Cobble HIll Cinemas. The Silent Clowns Film Series presents both well-known titles and rarely-screened titles and rare prints to reach serious film buffs as well as families and new audiences. Screenings feature live piano accompaniment by Ben Model with an introduction and Q&A by Model and film historian/author Steve Massa.