''Naughty Marietta'', 1935 - art by John Aslund
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''Naughty Marietta'', 1935 - art by John Aslund
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Movie World Posters
Medium
Mixed Media - Vintage Movie Posters
Description
A vintage reprint of the movie poster for ''Naughty Marietta'', a 1935 American musical romantic comedy film directed by W.S. Van Dyke and starring Jeanette MacDonald and Nelson Eddy. The film is known for its operatic and musical elements and is part of the operetta genre, popular in the 1930s.
The story is set in New Orleans in the 18th century and follows the adventures of Marietta (played by Jeanette MacDonald), a princess who has been sent to the New World by her guardian to escape an arranged marriage to a wealthy but elderly man. Marietta adopts the identity of "Naughty Marietta" to blend in with the locals.
Nelson Eddy plays the role of Captain Richard Warrington, who becomes enamored with Marietta, not knowing her true identity. The film combines elements of romance, comedy, and adventure as Marietta and Warrington's relationship develops, and they become involved in various escapades, including a pirate subplot.
"Naughty Marietta" is known for its musical numbers, which feature the operatic voices of MacDonald and Eddy. The film includes memorable songs such as "Ah! Sweet Mystery of Life" and "Tramp, Tramp, Tramp."
The film was well-received by audiences of its time and contributed to the popularity of Jeanette MacDonald and Nelson Eddy as a cinematic pair known for their musical collaborations. It is considered one of the successful films in the operetta genre and is appreciated for its romantic and musical elements.
"Naughty Marietta" is a product of its era and reflects the cinematic sensibilities of the 1930s. While it may be viewed as somewhat dated by contemporary standards, it remains a notable example of the musical and romantic films of its time and is remembered for its contribution to the careers of its lead actors.
About the artist:
John Mauritz "Moje" Åslund (May 3, 1904, Stockholm, Sweden–January 10, 1968) was a Swedish director, advertising artist, illustrator, and theater decorator.
After finishing school in Uppsala and continuing his studies at the Örebro University of Technology, Åslund studied art and painting in Munich, Germany.
Aslund is the king of colorful and linear images. He outlines faces and characters as if they were stencils, simplified and decorative silhouettes. He manages to convey emotions and expressions through geometric shapes, flat colors and defined lines, preferring primary colors: reds, yellows, blues, and uniform black and white tones.
Even the texts and typefaces become essential and original elements of the composition, adapting to the painted scenes. Aslund paints with simplicity, creating artworks characterized by shapes and their relationships.
Search "Aslund" to see his other works.
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May 11th, 2021
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