''Moulin Rouge'', 1952
by Movie World Posters
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''Moulin Rouge'', 1952
Artist
Movie World Posters
Medium
Mixed Media - Vintage Movie Poster
Description
A vintage French movie poster of ''Moulin Rouge'', a 1952 British-American musical drama film directed by John Huston. It should not be confused with the more well-known "Moulin Rouge!" released in 2001, which is a completely different film directed by Baz Luhrmann.
The 1952 "Moulin Rouge" is a biographical drama based on the life of the famous 19th-century French artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, played by José Ferrer. The movie is set in the colorful and bohemian world of Paris during the late 19th century, focusing on Toulouse-Lautrec's time at the Moulin Rouge cabaret and his relationships with the performers, particularly with a singer and dancer named Marie Charlet, played by Zsa Zsa Gabor.
The film explores Toulouse-Lautrec's struggles with his physical disability, as he was born with a condition that left him with stunted legs and limited mobility. Despite his challenges, he became a renowned artist known for his vibrant and evocative posters and paintings of the Moulin Rouge and its performers.
"Moulin Rouge" captures the decadence and artistic spirit of the era, featuring elaborate dance sequences, lavish costumes, and a soundtrack inspired by the music of the time. The film is known for its vibrant visuals and captures the atmosphere of the famous Parisian cabaret. José Ferrer's portrayal of Toulouse-Lautrec earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor.
While the film takes some artistic liberties with Toulouse-Lautrec's life and the events at the Moulin Rouge, it remains a classic exploration of art, love, and the bohemian spirit of late 19th-century Paris.
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February 3rd, 2022
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