''Fortunes of Captain Blood'', 1950, movie poster painting by Alfredo Capitani is a painting by Movie World Posters which was uploaded on October 31st, 2022.
''Fortunes of Captain Blood'', 1950, movie poster painting by Alfredo Capitani
Base painting of the vintage movie poster for ''Fortunes of Captain Blood'', a 1950 American adventure film directed by Gordon Douglas, starring... more
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''Fortunes of Captain Blood'', 1950, movie poster painting by Alfredo Capitani
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Painting - Movie Posters
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Base painting of the vintage movie poster for ''Fortunes of Captain Blood'', a 1950 American adventure film directed by Gordon Douglas, starring Louis Hayward in the role of Captain Peter Blood. It is a sequel to the 1935 film "Captain Blood," which was based on the novels by Rafael Sabatini.
Set in the Caribbean during the 17th century, the film follows the continuing adventures of Captain Blood, a former physician turned pirate, as he navigates the high seas and confronts various challenges and adversaries. In "Fortunes of Captain Blood," the titular character finds himself embroiled in a daring rescue mission to save his friend, the French pirate LaRoche, who has been captured by the Spanish.
As Captain Blood and his crew set sail on their perilous journey, they encounter fierce battles, daring escapes, and unexpected betrayals. Along the way, Captain Blood must rely on his wit, cunning, and courage to outmaneuver his enemies and secure the freedom of his friend.
Louis Hayward delivers a charismatic performance as Captain Peter Blood, portraying him as a swashbuckling hero with a strong sense of honor and justice. The film features exciting action sequences, including thrilling sword fights and dramatic ship-to-ship battles, that capture the excitement and adventure of life on the high seas.
While "Fortunes of Captain Blood" may not be as well-known as its predecessor, it remains a beloved classic of the adventure genre, cherished for its thrilling storyline, memorable characters, and swashbuckling action. The film's timeless appeal and enduring popularity have cemented its status as a beloved entry in the pantheon of pirate cinema.
Base art is the poster artwork after the text has been digitally removed.
About the artist:
Alfredo Capitani (1895–1985) was born in Ciampino, Italy, and attended the English Academy of Fine Arts in Rome. After graduating, he began working in theaters, setting up stage backdrops.
The new art styles he was surrounded by inspired his creativity in the first decades of the 20th century. He witnessed the dynamic advances in pictorial art, including the post-Impressionism era and experimentation into Expressionism and Abstraction.
In 1919, he opened a studio producing advertising posters, fostering collaborations with other painters. His work included preparing cinema set-ups, such as large wall posters and paintings. His movie posters became among the most famous in Italian design. His experience with theaters, stages, and spotlights was essential to highlight his flashy but synthetic style. Extremely concise in delineating figures, Capitani consistently innovated.
His lines are immediate and well-defined, like outlining theatrical spaces. Even the impact of colors is intense and full of contrasts. Capitani’s posters are a synthesis between forms and graphic lettering.
He created posters for Italian and American producers, including MGM, Fox, and Columbia Pictures. Some of his well-known posters were those for "Gilda," "Moby Dick," "Blood Alley," "My Darling Clementine," and "The Loves of Carmen." He also formed the design company BCM, (an acronym of surnames,) with two other prominent Italian poster artists, Anselmo Ballester and Luigi Martinati
By the early 1960s he no longer did movie posters, and instead dedicated himself to easel painting until his 1985 death in Rome at 90.
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October 31st, 2022
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