The Show of Shows

Synopsis

This film tells the story of itinerant circus performers, cabaret acts and vaudeville and fairground attractions. In this film, rarities and never-before seen footage of fairgrounds, circus entertainment, freak shows, variety performances, music hall and seaside entertainment are chronicled from the 19th and 20th century. We will see early shows that wowed the world and home movies of some of the greatest circus families.

Director Biography

Benedikt Erlingsson, born 1969 in Iceland, has been awarded for his work both as a director, author and actor. Of Horses and Men was his first feature film and has been travelling extensively on the festival circuit and receiving many prizes.