''Hello Dolly'', 1969
by Movie World Posters
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''Hello Dolly'', 1969
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Movie World Posters
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Mixed Media - Vintage Movie Poster
Description
A vintage movie poster of ''Hello Dolly'', a classic musical film released in 1969, directed by Gene Kelly and based on the 1964 Broadway musical of the same name, which was in turn inspired by Thornton Wilder's 1938 play "The Merchant of Yonkers" (later retitled "The Matchmaker"). The film features an ensemble cast of talented actors and was a lavish production of its time.
The story is set in the late 19th century in New York City and follows the adventures of Dolly Levi, a charismatic and matchmaking widow portrayed by Barbra Streisand. Dolly is known for her matchmaking skills and is hired by Horace Vandergelder, a wealthy and gruff widower played by Walter Matthau, to find him a suitable wife. However, Dolly secretly has her own romantic interests in Horace.
As Dolly orchestrates a series of comical and elaborate schemes to bring couples together and manipulate situations, the film unfolds with a mix of humor, romance, and colorful musical numbers. The movie's catchy songs include memorable tunes like "Hello, Dolly!," "Put on Your Sunday Clothes," and "Before the Parade Passes By," which are performed with enthusiasm by the cast.
The film's vibrant costumes, elaborate dance sequences, and impressive set designs capture the spirit of the 19th-century setting, and it won three Academy Awards for Best Art Direction, Best Score of a Musical Picture, and Best Sound. "Hello, Dolly!" remains a beloved classic in the genre of musical films, known for its catchy songs, memorable performances, and joyful celebration of love and life.
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January 27th, 2022
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