Robert Michum portrait for ''The Sundowners'', 1960 - art by Angelo Cesselon
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Robert Michum portrait for ''The Sundowners'', 1960 - art by Angelo Cesselon
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"The Sundowners" is a 1960 Australian-American film directed by Fred Zinnemann. It is based on the 1952 novel of the same name by Jon Cleary and is known for its portrayal of the lives of itinerant sheep shearers in the Australian outback.
Here are some key aspects of "The Sundowners" (1960):
Plot: The film follows the Carmody family, consisting of the father, Paddy Carmody, played by Robert Mitchum, the mother, Ida Carmody, portrayed by Deborah Kerr, and their young son Sean, played by Michael Anderson Jr. The Carmodys are itinerant sheep shearers who travel from farm to farm in the Australian outback, seeking work during the shearing season. The film explores their struggles and adventures as they pursue a nomadic lifestyle.
Australian Outback: "The Sundowners" provides a vivid and picturesque depiction of the Australian outback, capturing its vast landscapes, rural communities, and the challenges faced by those who live and work in such remote areas.
Performances: The film features strong performances from its lead actors. Robert Mitchum and Deborah Kerr received critical acclaim for their roles as the Carmody parents, and Deborah Kerr earned an Academy Award nomination for her performance.
Themes: "The Sundowners" explores themes of family, freedom, and the pursuit of a simpler life. The film contrasts the nomadic existence of the Carmodys with the desire for stability and a settled life.
Director: Fred Zinnemann, known for his work on acclaimed films like "High Noon" and "From Here to Eternity," directed "The Sundowners." His skilled direction brought authenticity to the film's depiction of the Australian outback.
Awards: "The Sundowners" received several Academy Award nominations, including Best Actress for Deborah Kerr and Best Supporting Actress for Glynis Johns. It won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, which went to Peter Ustinov for his role as Rupert Venneker.
Adaptation: The film is an adaptation of Jon Cleary's novel, which was inspired by his own experiences growing up in rural Australia. The novel and the film capture the spirit of the Australian outback and its people.
Legacy: "The Sundowners" is remembered as a well-crafted and emotionally resonant drama that provides a glimpse into the lives of itinerant sheep shearers in Australia. It is appreciated for its performances, its portrayal of the outback, and its exploration of timeless themes.
"The Sundowners" (1960) is a film that celebrates the rugged beauty of the Australian outback and the resilience of those who choose a nomadic way of life. It remains a noteworthy entry in the genre of family dramas set against the backdrop of unique and challenging environments.
About the artist:
Angelo Cesselon (Feb. 17, 1922 - Sept. 26, 1992) was an Italian poster painter born in Cinto Caomaggiore, Veneto. His art style became noted for its vibrant chromatic mixtures and original compositions. In addition, he had the striking ability to identify the psychology of a face and paint it using a rich artistic expression.
Cesselon began painting in the traditional 19th-century Venetian style from an early age. However, he became interested in contemporary art after his family moved to Rome. As a result, he began visiting the city's many art and graphic studios.
After World War II he designed posters for cinema studios, where he worked on all stages of poster production, from the initial draft to the completed poster. His preferred style, which he called the "spirit of the film," depicted only one large image, often a portrait, instead of the typical collage of many small images. Along with other Italian poster designers from the 1940s through the 1970s, he introduced new expressive methods that changed the look and feel of movie posters.
Cesselon also was known for his graphic design skill in the form of magazine and newspaper illustrations. In 1955, he was awarded the Italian Spiga Cambellotti prize for being the best cinematographic painter of the year. After winning another international award in 1958, his portrait work gained worldwide recognition. He was commissioned to paint portraits of many famous and influential personalities, including Italian President Giovanni Gronchi, Pope John XXIII, and Pope John Paul II.
As a portraitist for film stars into the 1970s, he worked directly with Gina Lollobrigida, Marilyn Monroe, Vittorio Gassman, and Totò. His work also led to collaborations with several major film studios in Europe and America, painting many of Hollywood's major stars.
He died in Velletri, Italy, in 1992. A book was published about his work in 1999: "Angelo Cesselon, Cinema Painter: A love story, Original cinematographic sketches: 1945-1975 ."
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