''Silk Stockings'', 1957, movie poster painting by Jacques Kapralik is a painting by Movie World Posters which was uploaded on October 25th, 2022.
''Silk Stockings'', 1957, movie poster painting by Jacques Kapralik
Base painting of the vintage movie poster for ''Silk Stockings'', onic duo of Fred Astaire and Cyd Charisse. This film is a vibrant adaptation of the... more
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''Silk Stockings'', 1957, movie poster painting by Jacques Kapralik
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Movie World Posters
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Painting - Movie Posters
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Base painting of the vintage movie poster for ''Silk Stockings'', onic duo of Fred Astaire and Cyd Charisse. This film is a vibrant adaptation of the Broadway musical, itself inspired by the classic film "Ninotchka."
Set against the backdrop of Paris, the story follows Steve Canfield, portrayed by Fred Astaire, a charismatic Hollywood film producer sent to Paris to convince a stern Soviet commissar, Ninotchka, played by Cyd Charisse, to star in a musical adaptation of a Russian novel. However, Steve finds himself falling for Ninotchka, who is initially resistant to his charm and the allure of Western capitalism.
As Steve and Ninotchka navigate the worlds of show business and international politics, they find themselves drawn to each other despite their differences. Along the way, they encounter a colorful cast of characters, including the flamboyant impresario Peggy Dayton, played by Janis Paige, and the dashing Count Ribbing, played by Peter Lorre, whose antics add to the film's comedic charm.
What sets "Silk Stockings" apart is its dazzling musical numbers and sparkling chemistry between Fred Astaire and Cyd Charisse. Director Rouben Mamoulian infuses the film with a sense of elegance and sophistication, capturing the glamour and romance of 1950s Paris with style and flair.
At its core, "Silk Stockings" is a celebration of love, laughter, and the transformative power of art. With its toe-tapping tunes, lavish production values, and memorable performances, the film remains a beloved classic of the musical genre, offering audiences a glamorous escape into a world of romance and enchantment.
Base art is the poster artwork after the text has been digitally removed.
About the artist
Jacques Kapralik (Oct. 29, 1906, Bucharest, Romania ‑ Nov. 28, 1960, Los Angeles) was a Romanian American caricaturist. He is best remembered for his work with MGM in the 1940s when he created film star art and movie posters.
Kapralik moved to the United States in 1936, where he specialized in designing miniature models resembling film stars. He then photographed them to give a three-dimensional effect, used on publicity materials in trade magazine ads, press kits, and movie posters.
In 1953, Kapralik co-founded the Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles. He died in 1960 in Los Angeles, California.
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October 25th, 2022
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