The Magus

1968, Guy Green, UK, 117 min.

Introduced by astrologer Anne Ortelee

Zodiac: Virgo (the magician rules this sign)

Despite early criticism, this intriguing and ambitious “failure” is worth watching—for Anthony Quinn’s dynamic performance as the wealthy and manipulative Conchis; for the Jungian archetypes popping up all over the beautiful Greek island landscape; and of course for the giant cards of the Tarot deck that Conchis produces at dinner for the eternally bemused Nicholas, played by Michael Caine.

About Cabaret Cinema: Dreams & Prophecy

Inspired by the Astro Poets, the whimsical astrologers beloved by the Twitterverse, Cabaret Cinema looks beyond the stars of Hollywood to the stars in the sky this summer. Twelve films aligned with the signs of the zodiac ensure there’s something for everyone. Whether you were born under a Black Moon or Sans Soleil, come see what the cinema of the past portends for the future.

About the Introducer

Anne Ortelee lives in New York City, where she began her study of astrology in 1994. In addition to consulting for her clients, Anne teaches workshops and often travels for speaking engagements on astrology and metaphysics.

Anne is certified by the three major astrology organizations in the United States: the National Council for Geocosmic Research (NCGR) as a Level 3 Astrologer; the American Federation of Astrologers (AFA) as a PMAFA; and the International Society for Astrological Research as an ISAR-CAP.

Anne currently serves as a director for the C.G. Jung Foundation in New York CIty. She speaks weekly in the city at Access Astrology events with co-host Mark Wolz, and on several weekly podcasts.