''Crime and Punishment'', 1935 - art by John Aslund
by Movie World Posters
Title
''Crime and Punishment'', 1935 - art by John Aslund
Artist
Movie World Posters
Medium
Mixed Media - Vintage Movie Poster
Description
A vintage movie poster of ''Crime and Punishment'', a 1935 American crime drama film directed by Josef von Sternberg. The film is an adaptation of Fyodor Dostoevsky's classic novel of the same name and is known for its atmospheric cinematography and the intense performance of its lead actor, Peter Lorre. Here's a brief description of the film:
Plot:
The story is set in St. Petersburg, Russia, and revolves around the life of Roderick Raskolnikov, portrayed by Peter Lorre. Raskolnikov is a struggling and impoverished former student who becomes consumed by a radical theory that justifies murder as a means to achieve a greater good.
Raskolnikov believes that by committing a carefully planned murder, he can free himself from financial hardship and elevate his own status. He murders an elderly pawnbroker and her half-sister, thinking that he can use the stolen money to improve his life and the lives of others.
However, Raskolnikov's actions weigh heavily on his conscience, and he becomes increasingly tormented by guilt. He is also pursued by Inspector Porfiry, played by Edward Arnold, who is determined to solve the mysterious murders.
As the film unfolds, Raskolnikov's moral and psychological struggles intensify, leading to a dramatic and suspenseful climax that explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the consequences of one's actions.
Themes:
"Crime and Punishment" is a psychological crime drama that delves into themes of morality, conscience, and the consequences of one's choices. It explores the inner turmoil of its protagonist, Raskolnikov, as he grapples with the moral implications of his actions.
Peter Lorre delivers a powerful and emotionally charged performance as Raskolnikov, capturing the character's descent into guilt and madness. The film's moody and atmospheric cinematography contributes to the sense of psychological tension.
The film adaptation retains many of the themes and character dynamics found in Dostoevsky's novel, including the cat-and-mouse game between Raskolnikov and Inspector Porfiry.
"Crime and Punishment" is a classic cinematic interpretation of a literary masterpiece, and it remains a notable entry in the world of film adaptations of classic literature.
About the artist:
John Mauritz "Moje" Åslund (May 3, 1904, Stockholm, Sweden–January 10, 1968) was a Swedish director, advertising artist, illustrator, and theater decorator.
After finishing school in Uppsala and continuing his studies at the Örebro University of Technology, Åslund studied art and painting in Munich, Germany.
Aslund is the king of colorful and linear images. He outlines faces and characters as if they were stencils, simplified and decorative silhouettes. He manages to convey emotions and expressions through geometric shapes, flat colors and defined lines, preferring primary colors: reds, yellows, blues, and uniform black and white tones.
Even the texts and typefaces become essential and original elements of the composition, adapting to the painted scenes. Aslund paints with simplicity, creating artworks characterized by shapes and their relationships.
Search "Aslund" to see his other works.
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September 21st, 2021
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