Description
Vintage Italian Movie Poster
Una produzione de GEORGE STEVENS
dal romanzo omonimo de EDNA FERBER
ELIZABETH TAYLOR - ROCK HUDSON - JAMES DEAN
e la nuova attrice
CARROLL BAKER
JANE WHITERS - CHILL WILL - MERCEDES MCAMBRIDGE - SAL MINEO
IL GIGANTE
regia di GEORGE STEVENS
This is a reproduction of an Italian movie poster for the classic 1956 American epic drama film Giant (Italian title: Il Gigante). The movie stars Elizabeth Taylor, Rock Hudson, and James Dean in his final acting role before his death.
The movie is an adaptation of Edna Ferber's 1952 novel and it was filmed in Marfa, Texas.
Synopsis
The film is a sprawling saga set against the backdrop of a vast Texas cattle ranch called "Reata," spanning several decades and exploring the social changes, class struggles, and racial prejudice prevalent in mid-20th-century Texas.
Plot: Wealthy rancher Jordan "Bick" Benedict Jr. (Rock Hudson) travels to Maryland and marries the refined Leslie Lynnton (Elizabeth Taylor), bringing her back to his enormous ranch. Leslie clashes with the traditional Texan ways, particularly the treatment of Mexican-American workers.
Rivalry: A dirt-poor ranch hand named Jett Rink (James Dean) is infatuated with Leslie and resentful of Bick. Jett later inherits a small piece of land, strikes oil, and becomes immensely wealthy, fueling a lifelong rivalry with the Benedict family that tests their values and legacy.
Themes: The story addresses themes of generational change, the shift from cattle ranching to an oil-based economy, and social justice issues, making it a significant and influential film.
Awards
Giant was a major commercial and critical success, receiving ten Academy Award nominations. George Stevens won the Oscar for Best Director. James Dean earned a posthumous Best Actor nomination for his iconic performance as Jett Rink.
Poster Design:
The image is a striking Italian poster for Giant, created by the renowned Italian poster designer Luigi Martinati. The artwork is a painted illustration, characteristic of the vibrant, realist style popular in Italian film advertising of the mid-20th century. Martinati's design dramatically captures the tension between the film's main characters, with a seated Elizabeth Taylor looking up intensely at James Dean, who looms over her with a backdrop of a vehicle. The bold use of warm colors like orange and red emphasizes the film's Texas setting and intense drama.
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Una produzione de GEORGE STEVENS
dal romanzo omonimo de EDNA FERBER
ELIZABETH TAYLOR - ROCK HUDSON - JAMES DEAN
e la nuova attrice
CARROLL BAKER
JANE WHITERS - CHILL WILL - MERCEDES MCAMBRIDGE - SAL MINEO
IL GIGANTE
regia di GEORGE STEVENS
This is a reproduction of an Italian movie poster for the classic 1956 American epic drama film Giant (Italian title: Il Gigante). The movie stars Elizabeth Taylor, Rock Hudson, and James Dean in his final acting role before his death.
The movie is an adaptation of Edna Ferber's 1952 novel and it was filmed in Marfa, Texas.
Synopsis
The film is a sprawling saga set against the backdrop of a vast Texas cattle ranch called "Reata," spanning several decades and exploring the social changes, class struggles, and racial prejudice prevalent in mid-20th-century Texas.
Plot: Wealthy rancher Jordan "Bick" Benedict Jr. (Rock Hudson) travels to Maryland and marries the refined Leslie Lynnton (Elizabeth Taylor), bringing her back to his enormous ranch. Leslie clashes with the traditional Texan ways, particularly the treatment of Mexican-American workers.
Rivalry: A dirt-poor ranch hand named Jett Rink (James Dean) is infatuated with Leslie and resentful of Bick. Jett later inherits a small piece of land, strikes oil, and becomes immensely wealthy, fueling a lifelong rivalry with the Benedict family that tests their values and legacy.
Themes: The story addresses themes of generational change, the shift from cattle ranching to an oil-based economy, and social justice issues, making it a significant and influential film.
Awards
Giant was a major commercial and critical success, receiving ten Academy Award nominations. George Stevens won the Oscar for Best Director. James Dean earned a posthumous Best Actor nomination for his iconic performance as Jett Rink.
Poster Design:
The image is a striking Italian poster for Giant, created by the renowned Italian poster designer Luigi Martinati. The artwork is a painted illustration, characteristic of the vibrant, realist style popular in Italian film advertising of the mid-20th century. Martinati's design dramatically captures the tension between the film's main characters, with a seated Elizabeth Taylor looking up intensely at James Dean, who looms over her with a backdrop of a vehicle. The bold use of warm colors like orange and red emphasizes the film's Texas setting and intense drama.
