''The Killers'', 1946 - art by Heinz Schulz-Neudamm is a mixed media by Movie World Posters which was uploaded on February 9th, 2022.
''The Killers'', 1946 - art by Heinz Schulz-Neudamm
A vintage German movie poster of ''The Killers'', a classic film noir released in 1946, directed by Robert Siodmak and based on a short story of the... more
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''The Killers'', 1946 - art by Heinz Schulz-Neudamm
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A vintage German movie poster of ''The Killers'', a classic film noir released in 1946, directed by Robert Siodmak and based on a short story of the same name by Ernest Hemingway. This film is considered one of the quintessential examples of the film noir genre, known for its dark and moody atmosphere, complex characters, and a narrative filled with intrigue and moral ambiguity.
The story of "The Killers" revolves around a character named Ole "Swede" Andreson, played by Burt Lancaster in his film debut. Swede is a former professional boxer who has retreated into a life of anonymity and works at a gas station in a small town. His past catches up with him when two hitmen, played by William Conrad and Charles McGraw, arrive in town with the intent to kill him. They are on a mission to find Swede and eliminate him, and they don't care who gets in their way.
An insurance investigator named Jim Reardon, played by Edmond O'Brien, becomes curious about the circumstances surrounding Swede's impending murder. He starts digging into Swede's past, trying to uncover the events that led to this situation. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a web of deceit, betrayal, and a femme fatale named Kitty Collins, portrayed by Ava Gardner, who seems to be at the center of it all.
Through a series of flashbacks, the film slowly unravels the mystery behind Swede's downfall and the motives of the various characters involved. It explores themes of crime, love, betrayal, and the consequences of one's past actions.
"The Killers" is known for its shadowy and atmospheric cinematography, characterized by its dramatic use of light and shadow. It also features strong performances from its cast, particularly Burt Lancaster and Ava Gardner. The film's non-linear narrative structure, with its use of flashbacks, adds to the suspense and mystery, making it a memorable and influential example of the film noir genre.
Overall, "The Killers" is a classic film that has left a lasting impact on the world of cinema, and it remains a must-see for fans of film noir and classic Hollywood cinema.
About the poster artist:
Heinz Schulz-Neudamm (1899–1969) was a German graphic designer and illustrator, best known for designing film posters. He designed one of the world’s most valuable posters for the film "Metropolis" (1927).
As a staff designer for motion picture publicity at Universum-Film Aktiengesellschaft (UFA,) he earned notoriety among the many German poster designers who created memorable graphics from the 1920s through the 1950s.
Schulz-Neudamm's style is unmistakable and popular, due to the fame of some of his movie posters, first and foremost the avant-garde Fritz Lang's "Metropolis." His portraits are realistic and, at the same time graphic novel-like, thanks to the unnatural but intense use of colors. He does not use a methodical modulation of tones or chiaroscuro: the colors are plain, defined, without smudging. The effect is precise, the balance between flashy titles and elegant scenes is impeccable.
Even the famous poster of "Metropolis," a veritable tribute to New York, is a lithograph that expresses a look towards the future. The great buildings of the city shine with a luminous and electric tension, reminiscent of the energetic cities represented by the Futurists and of the exasperated forms of German Expressionism.
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February 9th, 2022
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