''Sunday in New York'', 1963 - art by Raymond Elseviers

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''Sunday in New York'', 1963 - art by Raymond Elseviers

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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 ''Sunday in New York'', a romantic comedy film released in 1963. The film was directed by Peter Tewksbury and based on the play of the same name by Norman Krasna. It stars Jane Fonda, Rod Taylor, and Cliff Robertson in the lead roles.

The story revolves around a young woman named Eileen Tyler, played by Jane Fonda, who visits her brother Adam, portrayed by Cliff Robertson, in New York City for a weekend. Eileen is a small-town girl from Albany, and she is initially shocked by the fast-paced and cosmopolitan lifestyle of the city. Her visit takes place on a Sunday, and as she explores the city, she finds herself in a series of humorous and romantic situations.

One of the central plot elements involves Eileen's romantic life. She has recently broken up with her boyfriend and is looking for a fresh start. She meets a handsome pilot named Mike Mitchell, played by Rod Taylor, and the two begin to develop a romantic connection. However, complications arise as Eileen's overprotective brother becomes concerned about her new relationship and tries to intervene.

The film explores themes of love, relationships, and the contrast between small-town innocence and big-city sophistication. It combines humor, romance, and a lighthearted look at the challenges of modern dating and relationships.

"Sunday in New York" was well-received upon its release and is remembered for its charming performances and witty screenplay. It is a snapshot of early 1960s New York City and provides a glimpse into the evolving attitudes toward relationships and gender roles during that era. Jane Fonda's performance in the film helped solidify her status as a rising star in Hollywood.

About the poster artist:

Raymond Elseviers (aka “Ray”) was a Belgian artist who was born in 1914 and died in 1999. Between early 1960's and early 1980's he painted over 225 movie posters.

The brush strokes of Ray’s posters are inspired by the oil painting tradition, and they create sketchy touches of color, like in an Impressionist painting. Ray outlines the figures of the films' protagonists in the foreground, while landscapes and background scenes are achieved through imprecise dashes of color, in some cases even creating abstract compositions.

Even the color palette used by Ray is extremely identifiable: different shades of pink and purple, yellows, reds, and greens characterize his artworks. Looking at Ray's posters is a bit like watching a movie when technicolor was invented: an explosion of color after years of black and white.

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