''Tender is the Night'', 1962 - art by Macario Quibus
by Movie World Posters
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''Tender is the Night'', 1962 - art by Macario Quibus
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Movie World Posters
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Mixed Media - Vintage Movie Posters
Description
A vintage movie poster reprint of ''Tender is the Night'' a 1962 American drama film directed by Henry King and based on the classic novel of the same name by F. Scott Fitzgerald. The film stars Jennifer Jones and Jason Robards and is known for its exploration of the complexities of love, mental health, and the decadence of the 1920s and 1930s.
Here are some key elements of the film:
Nicole Diver (Jennifer Jones): Jennifer Jones portrays Nicole Diver, a wealthy and troubled American woman who seeks treatment for her mental health issues in Switzerland. Nicole's character is at the center of the story, and her tumultuous relationship with her husband, Dick Diver, is a central focus.
Dick Diver (Jason Robards): Jason Robards plays Dr. Dick Diver, a charismatic and talented American psychiatrist who becomes deeply involved with Nicole and her treatment. His character's personal and professional life becomes entangled with the lives of his patients.
The French Riviera: "Tender Is the Night" is set against the backdrop of the French Riviera during the 1920s and 1930s, capturing the opulence and decadence of the era.
Psychological Drama: The film delves into the psychological drama of the characters, particularly the unraveling of Dick and Nicole's marriage and the toll it takes on their mental well-being.
The Lost Generation: The film explores themes associated with the Lost Generation, a term used to describe the disillusionment and moral ambiguity experienced by many after World War I. It reflects the sense of aimlessness and decadence among the characters.
Flashbacks: The film employs a non-linear narrative structure, using flashbacks to reveal the backstory and the events leading up to the characters' current predicaments.
Supporting Cast: The film features a supporting cast that includes Tom Ewell, Joan Fontaine, and Cesare Danova, among others.
Themes of Love and Obsession: "Tender Is the Night" examines the themes of love, obsession, and the destructive nature of a dysfunctional relationship.
Fitzgerald's Source Material: The film is an adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel, which is considered one of his most important works. It explores similar themes to his other novels, such as "The Great Gatsby."
Cinematography and Period Detail: The film is notable for its cinematography, capturing the glamour and decadence of the era, as well as the period-accurate costumes and settings.
"Tender Is the Night" is a dramatic exploration of love, mental health, and the emotional turmoil experienced by its central characters. Jennifer Jones and Jason Robards deliver compelling performances, and the film's adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel remains a notable entry in the cinematic exploration of the Lost Generation. It offers a glimpse into the complexities of human relationships and the consequences of unchecked desires during a tumultuous period in history.
About the artist:
Macario ("Mac") Gomez Quibus (1926-2018), born in Reus (Tarragona) Spain in 1926, was a well-known Spanish film poster artist. He developed a reputation among Hollywood studios for the powerful images he painted on Spanish film posters. He signed his works using the nickname, "Mac."
In his style, Mac is an artist with two faces. Some works are strongly expressive and dramatic, others lighter and luminous. There are movies posters characterized by vigorous brushstrokes, chiaroscuro effects, dark palettes, and almost Caravaggio-like lighting; others are extremely graphic, linear, schematic, characterized by the dazzling use of white color. The art of Quibus is a painting style based on lights and shadows, which goes beyond the conformist standards of design to achieve great expressive power.
When he was two, his father died in a work accident. Following an early talent in art, Mac studied at the School of Fine Arts beginning in 1935 and during the Spanish Civil War. At the age of 20, he visited Barcelona's Museum of Modern Art, where he discovered the work of 19th century Catalan painter Mariano Fortuny. Enamored by his style, Mac spent days examining Fortuny's canvases.
With a renewed motivation to continue studying art, he enrolled at the Escola de Belles Arts in Barcelona. He also began working in 1952 with an advertising company specializing in cinema. Later, he created art for the famous design studio, Clavé and Martí Picó (MCP), where he made numerous posters. One was a poster for "Ivanhoe," which caught the attention and acclaim of a senior executive at MGM.
In 1956, he earned his most significant break when Paramount studios hired him to design the poster for "The Ten Commandments," which led to a friendship with its star, Charlton Heston. Mac gifted Heston with a custom-painted portrait of Moses from the film, which the actor hung in his office. Similarly, Kirk Douglas received the original painting for "The Justices of the West."
From that point on, he continued to develop a style that transgressed the standard rules of composition and interpretation. Instead, he produced unique works with great expressive force. His style was credited for its creativity, nonconformity, and harmony. In recognition of his talent, in 1955, he was put in charge of all the publicity material for Tandem Films, a major Madrid film production company, and distributor.
Throughout his 20-year career, Mac earned esteem as one of Spain's finest film poster artists, having created over 4,000 works. Among the numerous Spanish posters he painted are some of today's most beloved films: "Casablanca," "A Streetcar Named Desire," "Rebeca," "Moulin Rouge," "El Cid," "Dr. No," "Play it Again, Sam," and "From Russia with Love."
Mac eventually became an independent artist who worked with all the American distributors. And although he had the chance to move to the United States, he chose not to leave his family or the creative inspiration he received living in Barcelona.
During his career, he received numerous honors. In 2012, the Sitges festival premiered the short film "Un chico de Portada," directed by David Muñoz, covering Mac's life and work, with interviews with the artist himself. In 2013, he was named an honorary member of the Catalan Film Academy. And in 2014, he received the Creu de Sant Jordi from the Generalitat de Catalunya. In addition, his work has been exhibited at the National Film Library in Madrid and the Verdi cinema in Barcelona.
By the time of his death in 2018, at the age of 92, he had created over 4,000 works, many of which still captivate movie fans today.
Search "Mac" to see more of his posters.
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