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''The Hustler'' 1961 - art by Boris Grinsson
Vintage French movie poster for ''The Hustler'', a 1961 American drama film directed by Robert Rossen and based on the 1959 novel of the same name by... more
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''The Hustler'' 1961 - art by Boris Grinsson
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Vintage French movie poster for ''The Hustler'', a 1961 American drama film directed by Robert Rossen and based on the 1959 novel of the same name by Walter Tevis. Starring Paul Newman, Jackie Gleason, Piper Laurie, and George C. Scott, the film is a compelling exploration of the world of professional pool hustlers and the personal struggles of its characters.
Here's a description of key elements and the notable cast:
Paul Newman as "Fast" Eddie Felson: Paul Newman delivers a memorable performance as Eddie Felson, a young and talented pool player with dreams of becoming the best in the world. Eddie is a complex character, driven by his desire for success but often at odds with his own personal demons, including a tendency to self-destruct through alcohol and a reckless approach to gambling.
Jackie Gleason as Minnesota Fats: Jackie Gleason takes on the role of Minnesota Fats, a legendary and seasoned pool player who becomes Eddie Felson's primary rival in the film. Gleason's portrayal of Fats is charismatic and enigmatic, and their high-stakes pool matches are among the film's most intense and memorable moments.
Piper Laurie as Sarah Packard: Piper Laurie plays Sarah Packard, a troubled and self-destructive woman who becomes romantically involved with Eddie Felson. Sarah's complex relationship with Eddie and her own struggles with alcohol add depth to the film's emotional and dramatic elements.
George C. Scott as Bert Gordon: George C. Scott plays Bert Gordon, a shrewd and ruthless gambler who takes an interest in Eddie Felson's potential. Bert serves as both a mentor and an antagonist to Eddie, pushing him to reach his full potential but also exploiting his weaknesses.
"The Hustler" is notable for its gritty and realistic portrayal of the world of professional pool hustling. The film captures the atmosphere of smoky pool halls and the psychology of competition, gambling, and personal redemption. It explores themes of ambition, self-destructive behavior, and the pursuit of excellence.
The film received critical acclaim upon its release and was nominated for multiple Academy Awards, including Best Picture. Paul Newman's performance as Eddie Felson earned him his first Academy Award nomination, and the film's impact on popular culture has endured over the years.
"The Hustler" remains a classic of American cinema, celebrated for its powerful performances, sharp dialogue, and its exploration of the human condition through the lens of a competitive and unforgiving world.
About the artist:
Boris Grinsson (1907, Pskov, Russia, - 1999, Paris) was a designer of Russian origin who lived and worked in France. For about 30 years of his career, from the 1940s to the 1970s, he painted more than 2000 posters for the French cinema circuit, becoming extremely popular among film directors.
After studying at the Academy of Fine Arts in Estonia, where the family moved to escape the Russian Revolution, the artist reached Berlin and enrolled in Decorative Arts. Grinsson immediately started working in cinema at the UFA studios in Balberg and soon began designing posters for the Paramount and MGM. He worked among the many directors, including Alfred Hitchcock, Luis Buñuel, Billy Wilder, Alain Resnais, and Luchino Visconti.
His designs were also particularly controversial. In 1932 he drew a polemic caricature of Adolf Hitler. As a result, he was forced to move to Paris to escape the Nazi regime. Nevertheless, he continued to create the French versions of many famous movie posters in France.
Grinsson’s painting style for posters is characterized by his peculiar treatment of colors. If compared with the style of Italian designers, for example, his portraits appear somewhat schematic. Rather than using strong contrasts between light and shadow, Grinsson
modulated his figures with bold flat planes of colors and cool and defined outlines.
His posters often look like works of modern art rather than traditional sketches. Even the color palette is somewhat restricted, preferring different shades of yellows, greens, blues. However, the chromatic and formal restriction of Grinsson’s style is not to be seen as a limitation but as a legacy of the lithography technique that dominated German design until the early 1960s. A historical and peculiar element that distinguishes its very different and endless production.
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