''Salome'', 1918, movie poster painting
by Movie World Posters
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''Salome'', 1918, movie poster painting
Artist
Movie World Posters
Medium
Painting - Movie Posters
Description
Base painting of the vintage movie poster for ''Salome'', a 1918 silent film directed by J. Gordon Edwards and starring Theda Bara in the title role. The film is based on the play "Salomé" by Oscar Wilde and follows the biblical tale of Salome, the stepdaughter of King Herod, who becomes infatuated with John the Baptist.
Set in ancient Judea, the film depicts the decadent court of King Herod (played by Albert Roscoe), where Salome (played by Theda Bara) performs the seductive Dance of the Seven Veils to entice Herod. She demands the head of John the Baptist (played by Nigel De Brulier) as a reward for her dance, leading to a tragic and fateful climax.
"Salome" is renowned for its lavish production design and Theda Bara's mesmerizing performance as the titular character. Bara, known for her femme fatale roles in silent cinema, brings a captivating and enigmatic quality to Salome, portraying her as both alluring and dangerous.
Directed by J. Gordon Edwards, "Salome" is a visually stunning and atmospheric film that captures the exoticism and sensuality of the biblical tale. The film's elaborate costumes, intricate sets, and evocative cinematography create a lush and immersive viewing experience.
Despite the film's controversial subject matter and Theda Bara's provocative portrayal of Salome, "Salome" was a commercial success and further solidified Bara's status as one of the silent era's most iconic stars. While the film's original negative is believed to be lost, fragments of the film survive, allowing modern audiences to glimpse the allure and mystique of Theda Bara's performance as the legendary biblical seductress.
Base art is the poster artwork after the text has been digitally removed.
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October 29th, 2022
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