''The Barefoot Contessa'', 1954, movie poster painting by Rolf Goetze, after Harold Seroy
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''The Barefoot Contessa'', 1954, movie poster painting by Rolf Goetze, after Harold Seroy
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Movie World Posters
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Painting - Movie Posters
Description
Base painting of the vintage movie poster for ''The Barefoot Contessa'', released in 1954 and directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz, is a romantic drama that delves into the glamorous and often turbulent world of Hollywood. Starring Ava Gardner and Humphrey Bogart, the film offers a captivating glimpse behind the scenes of fame, fortune, and the price of stardom.
Ava Gardner stars as Maria Vargas, a captivating Spanish dancer discovered by a wealthy American producer, Kirk Edwards, portrayed by Humphrey Bogart. As Maria rises to fame and becomes a beloved international star, she navigates the pitfalls of celebrity and the complexities of her relationships with Kirk and other influential figures in the industry.
Ava Gardner delivers a mesmerizing performance as Maria Vargas, capturing the character's beauty, strength, and vulnerability with grace and depth. Gardner's magnetic presence and sultry allure make her the epitome of Hollywood glamour, while her portrayal of Maria's inner turmoil and longing for love adds layers of complexity to the character.
Humphrey Bogart shines as Kirk Edwards, the jaded and cynical producer who discovers Maria and becomes infatuated with her. Bogart's portrayal is nuanced and understated, conveying Kirk's conflicting emotions and moral dilemmas as he grapples with his feelings for Maria and his own insecurities.
Directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz, "The Barefoot Contessa" is a visually stunning film that immerses viewers in the opulence and intrigue of the Golden Age of Hollywood. With its lavish costumes, lush cinematography, and evocative score, the film captures the allure of fame and the darker side of celebrity with equal measure.
While "The Barefoot Contessa" may be over six decades old, it remains a timeless classic that continues to captivate audiences with its compelling storyline, memorable performances, and lush production values. Ava Gardner and Humphrey Bogart's on-screen chemistry, coupled with Mankiewicz's masterful direction, ensure that the film remains a beloved favorite among fans of classic cinema.
Base art is the poster artwork after the text has been digitally removed.
About the artist:
Rolf Goetze was a German illustrator and painter who painted film poster art for about 30 years. His early works began in the 1930s, when he did a number of posters for Greta Garbo films, including "Queen Christina" (1934), "Anna Karenina" (1935), and "Camille" (1936). He continued creating German poster artwork of mostly American films through the 1960s.
From a stylistic point of view, Goetze's posters are characterized by a great compositional structure; the German designer was capable of blending incredibly realistic, close-up portraits, with elaborate scenes in the background. An undisputed master of portraiture, Goetze created numerous posters using monochrome, black and white, or sepia palettes. His posters look like realistic, vivid charcoal drawings. They are able to represent faces and expressions of their protagonists, as mirrors faithful to reality.
The original artwork used for this design was on the U.S. poster by Harold Seroy.
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October 31st, 2022
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