''Lady L'', 1966 - art by Hans Braun

A vintage German movie poster of ''Lady L'', a 1965 American-British comedy film directed by Peter Ustinov and based on the novel of the same name by... more

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''Lady L'', 1966 - art by Hans Braun

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Movie World Posters

Medium

Mixed Media - Vintage Movie Poster

Description

A vintage German movie poster of ''Lady L'', a 1965 American-British comedy film directed by Peter Ustinov and based on the novel of the same name by Romain Gary. The film stars Sophia Loren in the titular role of Lady Louise Lendale, a French chambermaid who becomes embroiled in a series of romantic and comedic escapades in Belle Époque Paris.

The story revolves around Lady L, who works as a chambermaid at a luxurious Parisian hotel. Despite her humble background, she is a woman of intelligence and charm, and she catches the attention of two very different men: Armand Denis (Paul Newman), a conservative and wealthy British aristocrat, and Sir Percy (David Niven), a somewhat bumbling and eccentric British lord.

Lady L's interactions with these two men lead to a complex love triangle filled with humor and intrigue. She becomes entangled in their lives, and the film explores the ups and downs of her relationships with both men as well as her attempts to navigate the social and class differences of the time.

"Lady L" is known for its lavish period setting, colorful costumes, and the charismatic performances of its three lead actors, particularly Sophia Loren, who brings wit and sophistication to her character. The film combines elements of comedy and romance while also providing a glimpse into the societal norms and constraints of early 20th-century Paris.

Overall, "Lady L" is a light-hearted and entertaining film that showcases the talents of its cast and offers a charming look at love and social dynamics in a bygone era.

About the poster artist:

Hans Braun (1925—2011) was a German illustrator who painted art for film posters from the early 1940s to the early 1970s.

The sensuality of the human figures he portrayed is extremely physical. The charm of these movie stars passes through the artist’s talent, able to make their bodies defined and almost sculptural. The tones and colors are strong: intense reds, blacks, and purples. Even the rendering of faces and expressions makes them idealized but at the same time beauties in flesh and blood.

Braun delineates the figures with marked black outlines, embossing them on neutral and chromatic backgrounds as if they were sculptures. In this way, the protagonists stand out on the scene, impossible to look away from them.

Search “Braun” to see his other work.

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February 2nd, 2022