''Captain Blood'', 1935 - art by Wik
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''Captain Blood'', 1935 - art by Wik
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Movie World Posters
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Mixed Media - Vintage Movie Posters
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A vintage movie poster of ''Captain Blood'' - 1a 1935 swashbuckling adventure film directed by Michael Curtiz, starring Errol Flynn as Peter Blood and Olivia de Havilland as Arabella Bishop. The film is based on the 1922 novel of the same name by Rafael Sabatini and is known for its exciting action sequences, romantic elements, and charismatic performances by its lead actors.
The story is set in the 17th century and follows Dr. Peter Blood, an Irish physician who is wrongly accused of treason after treating a wounded rebel during the Monmouth Rebellion. Blood is sentenced to life as a slave in the Caribbean colony of Port Royal. There, he catches the eye of Arabella Bishop, the niece of the colony's corrupt governor, Colonel Bishop.
As time passes, Blood becomes a skilled and respected physician among the slaves and eventually leads a daring escape with his fellow prisoners. They capture a ship and turn to piracy, with Blood assuming the role of Captain Blood. His actions as a pirate are motivated by a desire for revenge against those who wronged him and a chance to win Arabella's love.
"Captain Blood" is filled with thrilling sea battles, sword fights, and epic adventures as Captain Blood and his crew raid Spanish galleons and engage in daring escapades on the high seas. The film showcases Errol Flynn's swashbuckling charisma and athleticism, which would go on to define his career as an action-adventure star. Olivia de Havilland's performance as Arabella Bishop adds a romantic element to the story, as her character finds herself torn between her loyalty to her uncle and her growing affection for Captain Blood.
The film's success marked the beginning of Errol Flynn's rise to stardom, and it is considered a classic in the genre of pirate and adventure films. "Captain Blood" remains a beloved and influential movie in Hollywood history, known for its memorable characters, action sequences, and timeless appeal to fans of adventure and romance on the high seas.
About the artist:
Wik is an apparent pseudonym of a Belgian poster designer who produced many film posters between the 1950s and the 1960s.
Much of his work is characterized by an intense contrast and depth of colors, not only in the paintings but also in the text. His style is generally inspired by Hollywood scenarios, with solid and resolute male figures and sensual females.
Wik's portraits emphasize the depth and shading of the faces, enhancing their expressiveness. Wik's style also focuses on titles, lettering, and fonts to support the films' themes. They are apparently never random but are selected to communicate energy, emotion, and the actors' actions.
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April 15th, 2021
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