''Dead Reckoning'', 1947 - art by Alfredo Capitani
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''Dead Reckoning'', 1947 - art by Alfredo Capitani
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Movie World Posters
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Mixed Media - Vintage Movie Poster
Description
A vintage Italian movie poster of ''Dead Reckoning'', a film noir released in 1947, directed by John Cromwell and starring Humphrey Bogart and Lizabeth Scott. The movie is often categorized as a classic example of the film noir genre, known for its dark and moody atmosphere, morally ambiguous characters, and intricate plot twists.
The story revolves around a war veteran named Captain Warren "Rip" Murdock, played by Humphrey Bogart, who finds himself entangled in a web of mystery and deception. The film begins with Rip arriving in a small town in the South to attend a war buddy's funeral. There, he meets a mysterious and alluring woman named Coral Chandler, portrayed by Lizabeth Scott, who seems to have a hidden agenda.
As the plot unfolds, it becomes clear that Coral is connected to a murder and a missing person, and Rip becomes determined to uncover the truth. He is drawn into a dangerous world of crime, betrayal, and blackmail, where he must navigate a labyrinth of lies and deceit to unravel the mystery and clear his own name.
"Dead Reckoning" is notable for its atmospheric cinematography, with stark lighting and shadowy visuals characteristic of film noir. Humphrey Bogart delivers a compelling performance as the tough and morally conflicted protagonist, and Lizabeth Scott adds a layer of femme fatale allure to her character. The film explores themes of post-war disillusionment, trust, and the consequences of one's past actions.
Overall, "Dead Reckoning" is a classic example of the film noir genre, known for its compelling characters, intricate plot, and dark, atmospheric visuals. It remains a notable entry in the filmography of Humphrey Bogart and is appreciated by fans of classic Hollywood cinema and noir enthusiasts.
About the artist:
Alfredo Capitani (1895–1985) was born in Ciampino, Italy, and attended the English Academy of Fine Arts in Rome. After graduating, he began working in theaters, setting up stage backdrops.
The new art styles he was surrounded by inspired his creativity in the first decades of the 20th century. He witnessed the dynamic advances in pictorial art, including the post-Impressionism era and experimentation into Expressionism and Abstraction.
In 1919, he opened a studio producing advertising posters, fostering collaborations with other painters. His work included preparing cinema set-ups, such as large wall posters and paintings. His movie posters became among the most famous in Italian design. His experience with theaters, stages, and spotlights was essential to highlight his flashy but synthetic style. Extremely concise in delineating figures, Capitani consistently innovated.
His lines are immediate and well-defined, like outlining theatrical spaces. Even the impact of colors is intense and full of contrasts. Capitani’s posters are a synthesis between forms and graphic lettering.
He created posters for Italian and American producers, including MGM, Fox, and Columbia Pictures. Some of his well-known posters were those for "Gilda," "Moby Dick," "Blood Alley," "My Darling Clementine," and "The Loves of Carmen." He also formed the design company BCM, (an acronym of surnames,) with two other prominent Italian poster artists, Anselmo Ballester and Luigi Martinati
By the early 1960s he no longer did movie posters, and instead dedicated himself to easel painting until his 1985 death in Rome at 90.
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