Morocco: 'Top Hat & Tails' Film Screening at the Internet Archive

Step into a night of glamour and public domain history.

Join the Internet Archive for a special screening of Morocco (1930), the classic film—newly in the public domain this year—that stunned audiences with Marlene Dietrich’s unforgettable tuxedoed performance. Nearly a century later, it remains a touchstone of gender expression in Pre-Hays Code film.

Come dressed in your own take on Top Hat & Tails—from classic elegance to bold reinterpretation—and be part of the spectacle.

The evening begins with a pre-show talk from filmmaker and scholar Denah Johnston to place the film in its historical context. Then, settle in for a full screening of the film, surrounded by fellow lovers of cinema, style, and rebellion. After the screening, Johnston will host a Q&A with the audience, exploring Morocco’s lasting impact on cultural history.

Dress up. Show up. Step into the story.