''Nobody Lives Forever'', 1946, movie poster painting by Cireolli
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''Nobody Lives Forever'', 1946, movie poster painting by Cireolli
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Movie World Posters
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Painting - Movie Posters
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Base painting of the vintage movie poster for ''Nobody Lives Forever'', a 1946 crime drama film directed by Jean Negulesco and starring John Garfield as Nick Blake and Geraldine Fitzgerald as Gladys Halvorsen. The movie is known for its combination of film noir elements, romance, and a cleverly plotted storyline.
The film revolves around Nick Blake, a World War II veteran and con artist who specializes in swindling wealthy widows out of their money. After being released from the military, Nick finds himself involved in a risky scheme with his partner Doc (Walter Brennan). However, his life takes an unexpected turn when he is hired by a beautiful widow, Gladys Halvorsen, to help manage her late husband's estate.
As Nick becomes increasingly entangled in Gladys's life, he begins to question his motives and reevaluate his criminal lifestyle. A romantic connection develops between Nick and Gladys, and he finds himself falling in love with her. This complicates his plan to deceive her for financial gain, leading to a moral dilemma.
"Nobody Lives Forever" combines elements of a classic film noir with a romantic subplot, creating a captivating narrative that explores themes of redemption, trust, and the consequences of one's choices. John Garfield's portrayal of Nick Blake showcases his talent for playing complex, morally conflicted characters, while Geraldine Fitzgerald delivers a compelling performance as the vulnerable and conflicted widow.
The film is notable for its well-crafted script and the chemistry between the lead actors. It offers a blend of suspense, romance, and moral introspection, making it an engaging and thought-provoking entry in the film noir genre. "Nobody Lives Forever" is a testament to the talent of its cast and crew and remains a respected classic in the realm of post-war Hollywood cinema.
Base art is the poster artwork after the text has been digitally removed. It thereby closely recreates the original painting used for the poster. As practically all those original paintings have been lost, a recreation attempts to display the original art before the movie studios added descriptive text. See also our collection "Movie Poster Base Paintings."
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November 5th, 2022
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