''Scandal in Sorrento'', 1955 - art by Nicola Simbari
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''Scandal in Sorrento'', 1955 - art by Nicola Simbari
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Movie World Posters
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Mixed Media - Vintage Movie Posters
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A vintage Italian movie poster of ''Scandal in Sorrento'' (Italian title: "Pane, amore e...") is a 1955 Italian comedy film directed by Dino Risi and starring Sophia Loren and Vittorio De Sica. The film is part of the popular "Pane, amore e..." film series and is known for its charming humor, memorable performances, and romantic storyline.
Set in the picturesque coastal town of Sorrento in southern Italy, "Scandal in Sorrento" tells the story of the local carabiniere (military police) Marshal Antonio Carotenuto, played by Vittorio De Sica. Carotenuto is a lovable and bumbling lawman who is tasked with maintaining order in the town. He is known for his fondness for food and his pursuit of women, which often leads to comical situations.
Sophia Loren plays the role of Sofia, a beautiful and spirited woman who runs a small restaurant in Sorrento. Sofia becomes the object of Carotenuto's affections, and their romantic interactions provide much of the film's humor and charm.
The film's title, "Scandal in Sorrento," refers to the humorous and light-hearted scandal that ensues when Carotenuto's love life becomes the talk of the town. The townspeople are entertained and scandalized by his amorous pursuits and the comical situations that arise from them.
"Scandal in Sorrento" is celebrated for the on-screen chemistry between Sophia Loren and Vittorio De Sica, who were well-established Italian film stars at the time. Their performances contribute to the film's charm, and Sophia Loren's beauty and charisma shine throughout.
The film is a delightful and entertaining romantic comedy that captures the beauty of Sorrento and the relaxed atmosphere of Italian coastal life. It is also known for its use of traditional Italian music and songs, adding to the film's cultural authenticity and appeal.
"Scandal in Sorrento" is considered one of the highlights of Sophia Loren's early career and is fondly remembered as a classic Italian comedy. It remains a beloved film in the hearts of those who appreciate its humor, romance, and the enchanting backdrop of Sorrento.
About the artist:
Nicola Simbari (July 13, 1927 - December 11, 2012) was an Italian painter and movie poster artist.
Simbari was raised in Rome, where his father was an architect for the Vatican. By the time he was 13, Rome's art masterpieces had impressed him to the extent that he decided to study art. He then enrolled at the Accademia Delle Belle Arti.
When he was 22, he opened his first studio in Rome, on the Via Babuino. He later had his first one-man show in the Asterisco Gallery in Rome. He also designed sets for the musical Tarantella Napolitana, for which he received a national prize. That led to his first one-man show in London.
During the 1950's he produced many posters for Italian film studios. However, according to his widow, "he never made this side of his vast talent public." Although creating dynamic film posters using his talent as a fine artist was part of his artistic life, she said, he had a family to look after: "his mother, his sick father, and two young sisters . . . eventually, he decided to dedicate his Magic to his Painting !!" After the 1950s, he cut back on doing more posters with a few exceptions, such as one for "The Royal Ballet," a British production.
His work gave a distinct style with impressions of life, nature, and the Mediterranean coast, whether for general painting or film posters. They added a tonal quality to much of his work through vivid colors, adding a sense of light and energy. He also painted with a palette knife, adding depth to the images.
While his original film posters are rare, his non-cinema-related works are located in numerous museums and private and corporate collections worldwide.
He suffered several strokes in the 1990s, which prevented him from continuing painting. Simbari died on December 11, 2012, in Frascati, Lazio, Italy.
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April 16th, 2021
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