''Bell' Antonio'', 1960 - art by Dante Manno
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''Bell' Antonio'', 1960 - art by Dante Manno
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Movie World Posters
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Mixed Media - Vintage Movie Poster
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A vintage Italian movie poster of ''Bell' Antonio'', a 1960 Italian film directed by Mauro Bolognini, starring Marcello Mastroianni and Claudia Cardinale. The film is based on a novella of the same name by Vitaliano Brancati and is known for its exploration of themes related to societal expectations, masculinity, and the complex dynamics within a marriage.
The story revolves around Antonio Magnano, played by Marcello Mastroianni, a handsome and charming Sicilian man who returns to his hometown after serving in the military. He is eagerly awaited by his beautiful wife, Barbara, portrayed by Claudia Cardinale. Barbara is a stunning and passionate woman who is deeply in love with her husband.
However, upon Antonio's return, the townspeople are shocked to discover that he has become impotent. This revelation sends shockwaves through the community, as Antonio was known for his virility and charm. The news of his impotence becomes a source of gossip and humiliation, and the once-respected Antonio becomes the subject of ridicule.
The film explores the various reactions of the townspeople, including Antonio's own father, as they grapple with the news of his impotence. Antonio's marriage with Barbara also faces significant challenges as they both struggle to come to terms with his condition.
Marcello Mastroianni delivers a nuanced performance as Antonio, portraying a character who is both vulnerable and trapped by societal expectations of masculinity. Claudia Cardinale shines as Barbara, a woman torn between her love for her husband and the frustrations of their strained marriage.
"Bell' Antonio" delves into the themes of sexual identity, societal pressures, and the complexities of human relationships. It's a thought-provoking and emotionally charged film that showcases the talents of its lead actors and the director's ability to tackle sensitive subject matter with depth and sensitivity. The film is often regarded as a classic of Italian cinema and a notable entry in the careers of Marcello Mastroianni and Claudia Cardinale.
About the poster artist:
Dante Manno (1911-1996), born in Rome on September 17, 1911, was an Italian illustrator, painter, and designer of prominent film posters. In Rome, he studied art under Duilio Cambellotti (1876-1960), a noted graphic Art Nouveau artist.
What is striking about Manno’s posters is the imposing presence of reality. He portrays the movie stars by paying incredible attention to their volumes, to the tonal research of colors to create relief, to the areas of light and shadow. The result is extremely three-dimensional, modeled, plastic designs. Manno works on light and on the thickening of the contour line, giving depth to his figures skillfully placed in space. As a result, he creates bodies that seem real and dynamic.
Among his better-known posters was one for the Italian film "Riso Amaro" (1949), aka "Bitter Rice," a neorealist movie by Lux Film. After producing Italian and American movie posters from the 1930s through the 1950s, primarily for Lux Film, he shifted his focus away from posters in the early 1960s and devoted himself exclusively to easel painting.
Manno donated his works to the University of Parma in Italy.
Search for "Manno" to see his other works.
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February 3rd, 2022
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