''El Dorado'', 1966 - art by Raymond Elseviers
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''El Dorado'', 1966 - art by Raymond Elseviers
Artist
Movie World Posters
Medium
Mixed Media - Vintage Movie Poster
Description
A vintage movie poster of ''El Dorado'', a 1966 Western film directed by Howard Hawks. The film is often considered a spiritual successor to Hawks' earlier Western, "Rio Bravo" (1959), and it shares some similarities in its plot and character dynamics. "El Dorado" features a star-studded cast, including:
John Wayne as Cole Thornton
Robert Mitchum as J.P. Harrah
James Caan as Alan Bourdillion Traherne, known as "Mississippi"
Charlene Holt as Maudie
Paul Fix as Dr. Miller
Arthur Hunnicutt as Bull Harris
Michele Carey as Josephine "Joey" MacDonald
The story is set in the Old West and follows the adventures of Cole Thornton, a skilled gunslinger with a troubled past. Thornton is hired by a wealthy rancher to help defend his property from a ruthless landowner who is trying to take it over. Along the way, Thornton forms a bond with J.P. Harrah, a sheriff with a drinking problem, and a young, eager gunslinger named Mississippi. Together, they face various challenges and adversaries as they strive to protect the rancher's land.
"El Dorado" is known for its sharp dialogue, charismatic performances by its lead actors, and its blend of action, humor, and camaraderie. John Wayne and Robert Mitchum's chemistry on screen is a highlight of the film, and James Caan's portrayal of Mississippi adds a touch of youthful energy to the mix.
The film is considered a classic in the Western genre and is praised for its well-crafted characters, memorable moments, and the enduring appeal of its cast. It has become a favorite among fans of Western cinema and is often mentioned alongside other iconic films of the era.
About the artist:
Raymond Elseviers (aka “Ray”) was a Belgian artist who was born in 1914 and died in 1999. Between early 1960's and early 1980's he painted over 225 movie posters.
The brush strokes of Ray’s posters are inspired by the oil painting tradition, and they create sketchy touches of color, like in an Impressionist painting. Ray outlines the figures of the films' protagonists in the foreground, while landscapes and background scenes are achieved through imprecise dashes of color, in some cases even creating abstract compositions.
Even the color palette used by Ray is extremely identifiable: different shades of pink and purple, yellows, reds, and greens characterize his artworks. Looking at Ray's posters is a bit like watching a movie when technicolor was invented: an explosion of color after years of black and white.
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January 19th, 2022
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