''Strike Up the Band'', 1940 - art by Jacqeus Kapralik
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''Strike Up the Band'', 1940 - art by Jacqeus Kapralik
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Movie World Posters
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Mixed Media - Vintage Movie Poster
Description
A vintage movie poster of ''Strike Up the Band'', a 1940 American musical film directed by Busby Berkeley and produced by Arthur Freed. The film stars Mickey Rooney and Judy Garland in the lead roles and features a supporting cast that includes Paul Whiteman and His Orchestra, June Preisser, and William Tracy.
The story revolves around a group of high school students, led by Jimmy Connors (Mickey Rooney) and Mary Holden (Judy Garland), who are passionate about forming a school band. However, their dreams are thwarted by a lack of funding and support from the school administration. To raise money for their band, they decide to enter a national radio contest with a grand prize of $1,000. The film follows their journey as they face various challenges and obstacles in their quest to win the competition.
"Strike Up the Band" is a musical comedy that features several memorable song and dance sequences, including the title song, which became a popular standard. The film combines elements of romance, comedy, and musical performance to tell a heartwarming story of young people pursuing their dreams and passions.
One notable aspect of the film is its commentary on the economic hardships faced by many during the Great Depression era, as the characters strive to overcome financial obstacles to achieve their musical aspirations. Mickey Rooney and Judy Garland's performances received acclaim, and their on-screen chemistry contributed to the film's success.
Overall, "Strike Up the Band" is a classic musical film from the Golden Age of Hollywood that showcases the talents of its young stars and offers a blend of entertainment, music, and social commentary of its time.
About the artist
Jacques Kapralik (Oct. 29, 1906, Bucharest, Romania ‑ Nov. 28, 1960, Los Angeles) was a Romanian American caricaturist. He is best remembered for his work with MGM in the 1940s when he created film star art and movie posters.
Kapralik moved to the United States in 1936, where he specialized in designing miniature models resembling film stars. He then photographed them to give a three-dimensional effect, used on publicity materials in trade magazine ads, press kits, and movie posters.
In 1953, Kapralik co-founded the Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles. He died in 1960 in Los Angeles, California.
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January 29th, 2022
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