''Madame De'', 1953 - art by Roger Jacquier
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''Madame De'', 1953 - art by Roger Jacquier
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Movie World Posters
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Mixed Media - Vintage Movie Poster
Description
A vintage French movie poster of ''Madame De'', a classic French film released in 1953, directed by Max Ophüls and starring Charles Boyer, Danielle Darrieux, and Vittorio De Sica. The film is also known as "The Earrings of Madame de..." in English.
The movie is set in the 19th century and revolves around the elegant and glamorous life of Madame Louise de... (played by Danielle Darrieux), a beautiful and aristocratic woman living in Paris. She is married to General André de... (played by Charles Boyer), a respected military officer. Despite their privileged social status and seemingly perfect life, their marriage is distant and lacks emotional intimacy.
The plot takes a dramatic turn when Madame de... decides to secretly sell a pair of expensive earrings, a wedding gift from her husband, in order to pay off some of her debts. She then tells her husband that she has lost the earrings. The earrings subsequently change hands multiple times, leading to a series of complex and interconnected relationships and events.
"Madame de..." is renowned for its exquisite cinematography, elegant costumes, and intricate storytelling. Max Ophüls' direction emphasizes the themes of love, desire, and the consequences of deceit in the lives of the characters. The film explores the complexities of human emotions and the web of lies that can ensnare people in their pursuit of happiness and social standing.
The performances of the lead actors, particularly Danielle Darrieux and Charles Boyer, are highly praised for their subtlety and depth. The film is often considered a classic of French cinema and a masterpiece of romantic drama, known for its visual beauty and emotional resonance. It has been influential in the world of filmmaking and continues to be celebrated for its artistic and storytelling qualities.
About the poster artist:
Roger Jacquier (aka “Rojac”) (1913-1997) was a French illustrator.
From 1932, when he was 19, he created illustrations for film posters during the 1930s through the 1950s. His art style is considered unique in that he combines bold use of colors with dynamic compositions, which gives the viewer a clear sense of high energy.
The energy of his art is palpable in his movie posters. The French illustrator creates a mixture of styles, drawing both from reality and from more rarefied atmospheres, from sur-reality.
Rojac is a purist in the veristic representation of faces and characters, but his compositions unhinge the sense of reality in a dynamic way. Strong outlines, bold colors, juxtapositions of cold and warm hues, and complementary colors such as orange and blue, create animated and fast-paced scenarios.
His compositions are characterized by scenes within scenes, intersecting elements, making Rojac's approach to design and filmmaking complex magic. He also used hand-lettering for many of his titles and a wide range of typefaces for the other text.
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February 3rd, 2022
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