''The Outlaw'', 1943
by Movie World Posters
Title
''The Outlaw'', 1943
Artist
Movie World Posters
Medium
Mixed Media - Vintage Movie Poster
Description
A vintage Italian movie poster of ''The Outlaw'', a Western film released in 1943, directed by Howard Hughes and starring Jane Russell and Jack Buetel. The film is notable not only for its content but also for the controversy surrounding its release due to its provocative and sensual portrayal of its female lead, Jane Russell.
The movie tells the story of the famous outlaw Billy the Kid, played by Jack Buetel, and his interactions with two women, Rio McDonald (Jane Russell) and Doc Holliday (Walter Huston). Rio is a fiery and seductive woman who becomes entangled with Billy and Doc, leading to a complex love triangle. The film explores the themes of love, betrayal, and loyalty against the backdrop of the Old West.
What made "The Outlaw" particularly notorious was the way it showcased Jane Russell's ample cleavage through revealing costumes, which was considered quite scandalous for its time. Howard Hughes, the film's director and producer, even designed a special underwire bra to enhance Russell's bust and attract attention to her figure. This marketing strategy generated significant controversy and led to censorship challenges, with some cities banning the film or requiring it to be re-edited to tone down the provocative elements.
Despite the controversy, "The Outlaw" gained notoriety and became a significant cultural artifact of the 1940s. It is remembered for pushing the boundaries of what was acceptable in Hollywood at the time, both in terms of its content and marketing tactics. Today, it is often seen as a relic of a bygone era in cinema history, reflecting the attitudes and sensibilities of the 1940s and the challenges faced by filmmakers in navigating the boundaries of censorship and public morality.
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February 10th, 2022
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