''Lilith'', 1965 - art by Angelo Cesselon
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''Lilith'', 1965 - art by Angelo Cesselon
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Movie World Posters
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Mixed Media - Vintage Movie Poster
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A vintage Italian movie poster of ''Lilith'', a 1964 American psychological drama film directed by Robert Rossen and starring Warren Beatty, Jean Seberg, and Peter Fonda. The film was released in 1965. It's important to note that while Warren Beatty is a prominent actor in the movie, the film's central character is Lilith, portrayed by Jean Seberg.
The story of "Lilith" revolves around the interactions and relationships between characters in a mental institution. Warren Beatty plays the role of Vincent Bruce, a young and idealistic therapist who starts working at the institution. Jean Seberg plays the titular character, Lilith Arthur, a beautiful and enigmatic patient who captures Vincent's attention. Lilith is a troubled and mysterious woman who seems to have a deep connection with the natural world around her.
As Vincent becomes more involved with Lilith's treatment, he becomes increasingly fascinated and obsessed with her. Their relationship becomes complex as Vincent struggles to understand Lilith's fragile mental state and her unpredictable behavior. Peter Fonda plays the role of Stephen, another patient at the institution who is also enamored with Lilith, leading to a love triangle that adds to the film's tension and drama.
"Lilith" explores themes of mental illness, love, obsession, and the blurred lines between sanity and madness. The film is known for its atmospheric and dreamlike cinematography, as well as its character-driven storytelling. It delves into the psychological and emotional turmoil of the characters, particularly Lilith, as they grapple with their inner demons and desires.
The film received critical acclaim for its performances, particularly Jean Seberg's portrayal of Lilith, and its thought-provoking exploration of complex human emotions. "Lilith" remains a notable entry in the realm of psychological dramas from the 1960s and is remembered for its haunting and introspective storytelling.
About the poster artist:
Angelo Cesselon (Feb. 17, 1922 - Sept. 26, 1992) was an Italian poster painter born in Cinto Caomaggiore, Veneto. His art style became noted for its vibrant chromatic mixtures and original compositions. In addition, he had the striking ability to identify the psychology of a face and paint it using a rich artistic expression.
Cesselon began painting in the traditional 19th-century Venetian style from an early age. However, he became interested in contemporary art after his family moved to Rome. As a result, he began visiting the city's many art and graphic studios.
After World War II he designed posters for cinema studios, where he worked on all stages of poster production, from the initial draft to the completed poster. His preferred style, which he called the "spirit of the film," depicted only one large image, often a portrait, instead of the typical collage of many small images. Along with other Italian poster designers from the 1940s through the 1970s, he introduced new expressive methods that changed the look and feel of movie posters.
Cesselon also was known for his graphic design skill in the form of magazine and newspaper illustrations. In 1955, he was awarded the Italian Spiga Cambellotti prize for being the best cinematographic painter of the year. After winning another international award in 1958, his portrait work gained worldwide recognition. He was commissioned to paint portraits of many famous and influential personalities, including Italian President Giovanni Gronchi, Pope John XXIII, and Pope John Paul II.
As a portraitist for film stars into the 1970s, he worked directly with Gina Lollobrigida, Marilyn Monroe, Vittorio Gassman, and Totò. His work also led to collaborations with several major film studios in Europe and America, painting many of Hollywood's major stars.
He died in Velletri, Italy, in 1992. A book was published about his work in 1999: "Angelo Cesselon, Cinema Painter: A love story, Original cinematographic sketches: 1945-1975 ."
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