''Quatermass'', 1957 - art by Clement Hurel
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''Quatermass'', 1957 - art by Clement Hurel
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Movie World Posters
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Mixed Media - Vintage Movie Poster
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A vintage French movie poster of ''Quatermass'', also known as "Enemy from Space" in the United States, is a 1957 British science fiction horror film directed by Val Guest. It is the second film adaptation in the Quatermass series, which was originally a British television serial created by Nigel Kneale.
The film features Brian Donlevy as Professor Bernard Quatermass, a brilliant scientist and the central character of the series. Quatermass is investigating a series of mysterious events that are occurring in a rural English village. He discovers that an alien presence is infiltrating the area, using a massive industrial complex as a front for its nefarious plans. The aliens, who take over human bodies, are intent on taking over Earth.
"Quatermass 2" is a blend of science fiction, horror, and social commentary, with its plot involving themes of government conspiracy, alien infiltration, and the potential dangers of unchecked industrialization. The film explores the paranoia of the Cold War era, with the alien threat symbolizing the fear of hidden enemies.
The movie is known for its atmospheric tension and suspense, as well as its impressive set designs that depict the eerie industrial complex where the alien activities are centered. Brian Donlevy's portrayal of Quatermass is a departure from the original television version of the character, but it adds a unique and sometimes gruff personality to the role.
"Quatermass 2" is considered a classic of British science fiction cinema and is part of the larger Quatermass franchise, which also includes the original TV series and subsequent adaptations. It is notable for its exploration of science fiction themes and its contribution to the genre during the 1950s.
About the artist:
Clement Hurel was born in Lorraine, France on March 14, 1927, and died February 12, 2008 in Paris. He was one of France's most important poster artists during the second half of the twentieth century, producing over 1,500 posters.
Starting early in his career, he worked regularly with film companies such as Gaumont, RKO, Société Nouvelle de Cinématographie and Hammer Film Productions. In Paris, he was awarded the Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres for contributing to the enrichment of the French cultural inheritance.
Hurel’s poster style is amazingly recognizable. Heavily influenced by his career in the advertising industry, Hurel creates posters with few but very striking characters in the foreground. In addition, he often plays with the playful sensuality of female figures typically inspired by the 1950s pin-up genre.
The style is never realistic but rather caricatured, lighthearted, and humorous. From the point of view of colors, Hurel plays a lot on light tones, often juxtaposing black and white with cleverly colored elements. His figures even seem to be sketched as if they were pencil drawings or watercolors. Light and impalpable.
Search for "Hurel" to see more of his art.
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December 27th, 2021
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