''Marriage Italian Style'', 1964 - art by Jano
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''Marriage Italian Style'', 1964 - art by Jano
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Movie World Posters
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Mixed Media - Vintage Movie Poster
Description
A vintage movie poster from Spain of ''Marriage Italian Style'', a classic Italian film released in 1964. The film, originally titled "Matrimonio all'italiana" in Italian, was directed by Vittorio De Sica and stars Sophia Loren and Marcello Mastroianni in the lead roles. It is based on the play "Filumena Marturano" by Eduardo De Filippo.
The story revolves around the tumultuous and passionate relationship between Filumena Marturano (Sophia Loren) and Domenico Soriano (Marcello Mastroianni). Filumena is a former prostitute who has been Domenico's mistress for 22 years. Domenico, a wealthy and successful businessman, has promised to marry her several times but has always found excuses to postpone the wedding.
The film begins with Filumena on her deathbed, and she hatches a cunning plan to ensure her future security. She pretends to be seriously ill and on the verge of dying, prompting Domenico to rush to her side. Filumena then reveals that she has three grown sons, and she refuses to reveal which one is Domenico's unless he agrees to marry her and provide for her and the children. Domenico reluctantly agrees, and the film explores the complex dynamics of their relationship as they prepare for the wedding.
"Marriage Italian Style" is a blend of drama and comedy, with moments of humor and poignant emotions. It delves into themes of love, commitment, and the complexities of human relationships. The film showcases the remarkable chemistry between Sophia Loren and Marcello Mastroianni, two iconic Italian actors of their time, and their performances are a highlight of the movie.
The film is also notable for its portrayal of Italian society and culture in the 1960s, and it captures the essence of post-war Italy. "Marriage Italian Style" received critical acclaim upon its release and was nominated for several awards, including an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.
Overall, "Marriage Italian Style" is a classic Italian cinema masterpiece known for its engaging storytelling, memorable performances, and exploration of love and relationships in a uniquely Italian context.
About the artist:
Francisco Fernández-Zarza Pérez (1922, Madrid – May 12, 1992), better known as "Jano," was a Spanish film poster artist, one of the most highly regarded of his time along with Soligó and Macario Quibus, aka "Mac."
The large number of artworks created by Fernando Zarza, known as "Jano," makes it complex to define the unitary aspects of his style. Lively, dynamic, and with intricate compositions, Jano is one of the favorite designers in the panorama of Spanish cinema. He created movie posters that are realistic and photographic and others more caricatured; he realized sensual female portraits but also conceptual images, characterized by few elements and characters.
What strikes you when you look at one of his works is the feeling of movement, dynamism, the vitality of his compositions. Scenes, settings, and protagonists fit together following different directives and vanishing points. The chaos of elements and colors makes Jano's posters a loud set of faces. But in this chaos, there is life, true action.
During the Spanish Civil War from 1936 to 1939, Jano worked as an illustrator for Republican magazines, which caused him to be imprisoned. In the 1950s, he worked as a comic book cover artist for publishers such as "Dollar." However, his skill in film advertising made him the preferred poster artist for many Spanish studios.
In 2006, Montserrat published a book featuring 221 actors painted by Jano. In 2014, an exhibition was held in his honor titled "Jano Movie Faces, 20 Posters to Remember". He also taught painting courses at the University of Madrid.
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