''Plymouth Adventure'', 1950 - art by Georg Schubert
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''Plymouth Adventure'', 1950 - art by Georg Schubert
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Movie World Posters
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Mixed Media - Vintage Movie Poster
Description
A vintage German movie poster of ''Plymouth Adventure'', a historical adventure film released in 1950, directed by Clarence Brown. The movie is a dramatization of the Pilgrims' journey aboard the Mayflower and their subsequent settlement in Plymouth, Massachusetts, in 1620. It features an ensemble cast, with notable actors such as Spencer Tracy, Gene Tierney, and Van Johnson in leading roles.
The film begins in England, where a group of religious separatists, led by William Bradford (played by Van Johnson), seeks religious freedom and decides to embark on a perilous voyage to the New World aboard the Mayflower. Captain Christopher Jones (played by Spencer Tracy) is tasked with navigating the ship across the treacherous Atlantic Ocean. Along the way, they face harsh weather, limited supplies, and the constant threat of disease.
"Plymouth Adventure" focuses on the struggles and sacrifices of the Pilgrims as they endure the challenges of their journey and the harsh conditions they encounter upon reaching the shores of North America. The film also explores the relationships among the passengers, including the romantic subplot involving John Alden (played by Gene Tierney) and Priscilla Mullins (played by Dawn Addams).
The film is known for its attention to historical accuracy in portraying the Pilgrims' voyage and the early days of the Plymouth Colony. It showcases the determination and resilience of the Pilgrims in their pursuit of religious freedom and their commitment to establishing a new way of life in the wilderness of the New World.
"Plymouth Adventure" combines elements of historical drama, adventure, and romance to tell the story of one of the most significant events in American history—the arrival of the Pilgrims in Plymouth and the establishment of the Plymouth Colony. While it may not be as well-known as some other historical films, it remains a notable depiction of this important chapter in American history and serves as an entertaining and educational cinematic experience.
About the artist:
Georg Schubert (1911-2005), born in Rosenheim, was a German painter and graphic artist. He studied at the Munich Art Academy, followed by the Academy of Fine Arts in Berlin. His style became representative of the Munich School. He quickly moved up the ranks by winning poster competitions and befriending and working with artist Heinz Schulz-Neudamm on film advertising.
In a unique glance, Schubert captures perhaps the most fascinating aspect of cinema: magic. Like those captured by the movie camera, the worlds he creates in his movie posters are sparkling and dreamy. The cold and pastel chromatic tones give the entire atmosphere a romantic and delicate allure. The use of a particular shade of blue tending to indigo makes his background almost crystal clear. Created with touches of color particularly focused on the bright use of white, his characters shine as if under the spotlight.
His lengthy career brought him notable success: he was awarded a gold medal at an international art exhibition in Paris and received other badges of honor. Many of his original poster designs are on display at the German Film Museum in Frankfurt.
From 1950 to 1975, he lived in Wiesbaden, where he took part in the annual exhibitions of the Künstlerbund in the fountain colonnade, the Biebrich Castle, and the Villa Clementine in the house of the Hessian state government. He was also a member of the Munich Artists' Cooperative. Schubert's works have been exhibited in Bonn, Paris, Strasbourg, Baden-Baden and San Francisco.
In addition to his notable work on film posters and cinema graphics, he became a recognized landscape painter and portraitist.
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January 20th, 2022
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