''The Angel Wore Red'', 1960 - art by Roger Soubie is a mixed media by Movie World Posters which was uploaded on January 27th, 2022.
''The Angel Wore Red'', 1960 - art by Roger Soubie
A vintage movie poster from France of ''The Angel Wore Red'', a 1960 American-Italian romantic drama film directed by Nunnally Johnson, starring Ava... more
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''The Angel Wore Red'', 1960 - art by Roger Soubie
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A vintage movie poster from France of ''The Angel Wore Red'', a 1960 American-Italian romantic drama film directed by Nunnally Johnson, starring Ava Gardner and Dirk Bogarde. The film is set against the backdrop of the Spanish Civil War and combines elements of romance, war, and drama.
Plot Summary:
The story revolves around a charismatic and idealistic young priest named Arturo Carrera, portrayed by Dirk Bogarde. Father Arturo is deeply committed to his religious beliefs and is initially stationed in a remote Spanish village. However, he becomes disillusioned with the church's involvement in politics and decides to leave the priesthood.
Ava Gardner plays Soledad, a beautiful and passionate cabaret singer who crosses paths with Father Arturo. The two fall in love, and Arturo becomes involved in the Spanish Civil War as he joins a group of Republican rebels fighting against the Nationalists led by General Franco.
As Arturo and Soledad navigate the dangerous and tumultuous wartime environment, their love is tested, and they face numerous challenges and obstacles. The film explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the moral dilemmas faced by individuals during times of conflict.
"The Angel Wore Red" combines elements of romance with a historical backdrop, making it a unique and emotionally charged film. The movie is known for its evocative cinematography and the strong performances of its lead actors, particularly Ava Gardner and Dirk Bogarde.
While not as well-known as some other films of its era, "The Angel Wore Red" remains an interesting and lesser-known entry in the genre of romantic dramas set against the backdrop of wartime conflict. It offers a glimpse into the personal struggles and sacrifices of individuals caught up in the tumultuous events of the Spanish Civil War.
About the artist:
Roger Soubie (1898–1984) was born in France and lived in Granville, France after World War II. He began his career by drawing magazine covers and advertising posters for railway companies, car manufacturers, and travel agencies. During his long career as an artist, Soubie created nearly 2,000 film posters, many of which are highly celebrated.
His style is always characterized by lively brushstrokes, attentive to tones, shadows, and transparencies in this wide variety of genres, scenes, and characters. The skin of his actresses, their swathing dresses, look like shining silk designed by a Renaissance painter.
The lines are realistic and traditional: the movie stars are depicted with their distinctive features, almost lifelike, but the composition makes his design genuinely original. Soubie’s protagonists are sometimes centered in the middle of the scene. Other posters may have them inserted in frames or articulated between numerous words and titles with different fonts. Soubie’s movie posters are dynamic. Like an engaging movie, always in motion.
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January 27th, 2022
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