''John Goldfarb Please Come Home'', 1965 - art by Raymond Elseviers
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''John Goldfarb Please Come Home'', 1965 - art by Raymond Elseviers
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Movie World Posters
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Mixed Media - Vintage Movie Poster
Description
A vintage movie poster of ''John Goldfarb Please Come Home'', a 1965 American comedy film directed by J. Lee Thompson. The film is known for its satirical and humorous take on the Cold War era and its portrayal of a fictional Middle Eastern country.
The story follows John Goldfarb, portrayed by Richard Crenna, a former Notre Dame football player who becomes a U.S. Air Force pilot. Goldfarb crash-lands in the fictional Middle Eastern kingdom of Fawzia while on a secret mission. There, he encounters Fawzia, played by Shirley MacLaine, the beautiful and spirited daughter of the country's ruler.
"John Goldfarb, Please Come Home!" is characterized by its satirical approach to politics and international relations. The film humorously explores themes of espionage, diplomacy, and cultural misunderstandings as it parodies the tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union during the Cold War.
Shirley MacLaine's performance as Princess Fawzia adds charm and energy to the film, while Richard Crenna's portrayal of the bumbling pilot John Goldfarb contributes to the comedic elements. The film also features performances by Peter Ustinov, Jim Backus, and other notable actors.
One of the highlights of the film is its absurd and over-the-top football game sequence, where John Goldfarb is recruited to coach the Fawzia football team. The game serves as a comedic climax and showcases the film's humorous take on American culture and sports.
While "John Goldfarb, Please Come Home!" may not be as well-known or critically acclaimed as some other comedies of its era, it remains a lighthearted and satirical film that provides entertainment through its humorous exploration of political and cultural themes. The film's playful approach to international relations and its satirical commentary on the Cold War make it a noteworthy entry in the realm of political comedies from the 1960s.
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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