''The Busy Body'', 1967 - art by Frank Frazetta
by Movie World Posters
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''The Busy Body'', 1967 - art by Frank Frazetta
Artist
Movie World Posters
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Mixed Media - Vintage Movie Poster
Description
A vintage movie poster of ''The Busy Body'', a comedy film released in 1967. It was directed by William Castle and based on the play of the same name by Jack Popplewell. The film features a cast of talented actors including Sid Caesar, Robert Ryan, Anne Baxter, and Richard Pryor in one of his early film roles.
The story revolves around George Norton (played by Sid Caesar), a bumbling and accident-prone private investigator who gets caught up in a complex murder mystery. Norton is hired to investigate a wealthy man's cheating wife, but things take a turn for the worse when he accidentally stumbles upon a dead body. He becomes the prime suspect in the murder case and must work to clear his name.
As Norton investigates further, he encounters a colorful cast of characters, including a seductive widow (Anne Baxter), a shady lawyer (Robert Ryan), and a group of eccentric tenants in a boarding house where the murder took place. The film combines elements of farce, slapstick humor, and suspense as Norton's clumsy antics and misunderstandings lead to one humorous situation after another.
"The Busy Body" is known for its fast-paced and zany comedy, with Sid Caesar's physical comedy skills and comedic timing being a highlight of the film. The movie is a lighthearted and entertaining romp filled with mistaken identities, quirky characters, and comedic mishaps, making it a fun watch for fans of classic screwball comedies.
About the artist:
Born in Brooklyn, Frank Frazetta (February 9, 1928 – May 10, 2010) was an American fantasy and science fiction artist, noted for painting and illustrating comic books, paperback book covers, movie posters, and album covers. As a renowned illustrator during the 20th century, he was sometimes called the "godfather of fantasy art". The 2003 documentary Painting with Fire depicted his life and his art.
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January 26th, 2022
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