''Gone With the Wind'', 1939, movie poster base painting
by Movie World Posters
Title
''Gone With the Wind'', 1939, movie poster base painting
Artist
Movie World Posters
Medium
Painting - Movie Posters
Description
Base painting for the vintage movie poster ''Gone With the Wind'', an epic historical romance film released in 1939, directed by Victor Fleming and starring Clark Gable and Vivien Leigh. Based on Margaret Mitchell's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel of the same name, the film is set against the backdrop of the American Civil War and Reconstruction era and follows the tumultuous love affair between headstrong Southern belle Scarlett O'Hara and roguish Rhett Butler.
Clark Gable stars as Rhett Butler, a charming and cynical blockade runner who becomes infatuated with Scarlett O'Hara, played by Vivien Leigh, a determined and spirited young woman from a wealthy Georgia plantation. As the Civil War tears apart the fabric of Southern society, Scarlett embarks on a journey of survival and self-discovery, determined to overcome adversity and reclaim her beloved Tara plantation.
Directed by Victor Fleming, along with uncredited contributions from George Cukor and Sam Wood, "Gone with the Wind" is celebrated for its sweeping scope, lavish production values, and iconic performances. Clark Gable delivers a charismatic and memorable portrayal of Rhett Butler, capturing his character's roguish charm, wit, and underlying complexity. Vivien Leigh is equally compelling as Scarlett O'Hara, embodying her character's strength, resilience, and vulnerability with grace and intensity.
"Gone with the Wind" received widespread critical acclaim upon its release and remains one of the most beloved and enduring films in cinematic history. It won ten Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director for Victor Fleming, and Best Actress for Vivien Leigh. The film's epic storytelling, memorable characters, and timeless themes of love, loss, and redemption continue to captivate audiences around the world, making it a cultural landmark and an essential part of the cinematic canon.
Base art is the poster artwork after the text has been digitally removed.
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October 17th, 2022
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