Movie poster for ''It'', with Clara Bow, 1927
by Movie World Posters
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Movie poster for ''It'', with Clara Bow, 1927
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Movie World Posters
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Mixed Media - Vintage Movie Posters
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A vintage reprint of the movie poster for ''It'', a 1927 American silent romantic comedy film directed by Clarence G. Badger and starring Clara Bow. The film is often considered one of Clara Bow's most iconic roles and is notable for popularizing the term "It Girl," which was used to describe young women with charisma and sex appeal.
Clara Bow plays the lead role of Betty Lou Spence, a sassy and vivacious shopgirl working at a department store in New York City. The film's title, "It," refers to a quality of personality that makes individuals sexually attractive and charming, even if they can't be precisely defined. Betty Lou is seen as having "It" in abundance.
The plot revolves around Betty Lou's romantic pursuit of her employer, Cyrus Waltham Jr., played by Antonio Moreno. Betty Lou uses her charm and wit to capture Waltham's attention and affection, even though he initially seems interested in another woman. The film explores themes of love, class differences, and the idea of what makes a person irresistible.
"It" is known for its depiction of the Roaring Twenties and the flapper era, with Clara Bow embodying the spirit of the time. Her performance as Betty Lou Spence helped solidify her status as a major star of the silent film era.
The film's success led to the popularization of the term "It Girl," referring to young women who exuded a magnetic and modern charm. Clara Bow herself became the quintessential "It Girl" of the 1920s.
"It" is considered a classic silent film and is remembered for its cultural impact, particularly in defining a certain type of independent and charismatic young woman of the era. Clara Bow's portrayal of Betty Lou remains one of the defining performances of her career, and the film itself is an important part of silent film history.
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May 11th, 2021
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