''Clash by Night'', 1952, movie poster painting by Nicola Simbari
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''Clash by Night'', 1952, movie poster painting by Nicola Simbari
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Movie World Posters
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Painting - Movie Posters
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Base painting of the vintage movie poster for ''Clash by Night'', a gripping 1952 drama directed by Fritz Lang, starring Barbara Stanwyck and Robert Ryan in powerful performances. Set against the backdrop of a small fishing town in California, the film delves into the complexities of human relationships and the consequences of desire, jealousy, and betrayal.
Barbara Stanwyck portrays Mae Doyle, a disillusioned woman who returns to her hometown after a failed marriage and seeks solace in the arms of a kind-hearted fisherman named Jerry, played by Paul Douglas. However, Mae's life becomes further complicated when she becomes involved with the brooding and volatile Earl, portrayed by Robert Ryan, who awakens her dormant passions and stirs up tension and conflict in the tight-knit community.
As the narrative unfolds, viewers are drawn into a world of simmering tensions and unfulfilled desires, as Mae finds herself torn between the stability and security offered by Jerry and the excitement and danger represented by Earl. With its atmospheric cinematography and evocative setting, "Clash by Night" immerses viewers in the gritty realism of the working-class milieu, capturing the struggles and aspirations of its characters with authenticity and depth.
The film is notable for its exploration of themes such as alienation, disillusionment, and the search for meaning in a world filled with uncertainty. Through its complex characters and morally ambiguous situations, "Clash by Night" offers a poignant commentary on the human condition, challenging viewers to confront their own inner demons and moral dilemmas.
Barbara Stanwyck delivers a tour-de-force performance as Mae Doyle, capturing the character's vulnerability, resilience, and inner turmoil with nuance and depth. Robert Ryan is equally compelling as Earl, infusing the character with a brooding intensity and underlying vulnerability that makes him both captivating and unsettling.
In addition to its standout performances, "Clash by Night" features sharp and insightful dialogue, written by playwright Clifford Odets, that crackles with tension and emotional resonance. The film's screenplay deftly explores the complexities of love, desire, and betrayal, offering a nuanced and thought-provoking examination of the human heart.
In summary, "Clash by Night" is a gripping and emotionally resonant drama that showcases the talents of its stellar cast and director. With its compelling storyline, memorable performances, and richly drawn characters, the film remains a classic of its genre, beloved by audiences for its timeless exploration of love, longing, and the complexities of the human experience.
Base art is the poster artwork after the text has been digitally removed.
About the artist:
Nicola Simbari (July 13, 1927 - December 11, 2012) was an Italian painter and movie poster artist.
Simbari was raised in Rome, where his father was an architect for the Vatican. By the time he was 13, Rome's art masterpieces had impressed him to the extent that he decided to study art. He then enrolled at the Accademia Delle Belle Arti.
When he was 22, he opened his first studio in Rome, on the Via Babuino. He later had his first one-man show in the Asterisco Gallery in Rome. He also designed sets for the musical Tarantella Napolitana, for which he received a national prize. That led to his first one-man show in London.
During the 1950's he produced many posters for Italian film studios. However, according to his widow, "he never made this side of his vast talent public." Although creating dynamic film posters using his talent as a fine artist was part of his artistic life, she said, he had a family to look after: "his mother, his sick father, and two young sisters . . . eventually, he decided to dedicate his Magic to his Painting !!" After the 1950s, he cut back on doing more posters with a few exceptions, such as one for "The Royal Ballet," a British production.
His work gave a distinct style with impressions of life, nature, and the Mediterranean coast, whether for general painting or film posters. They added a tonal quality to much of his work through vivid colors, adding a sense of light and energy. He also painted with a palette knife, adding depth to the images.
While his original film posters are rare, his non-cinema-related works are located in numerous museums and private and corporate collections worldwide.
He suffered several strokes in the 1990s, which prevented him from continuing painting. Simbari died on December 11, 2012, in Frascati, Lazio, Italy.
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