
''Hang 'Em High'', 1968 - art by Macario Quibus is a mixed media by Retro Movie Posters which was uploaded on April 24th, 2021.
''Hang 'Em High'', 1968 - art by Macario Quibus
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''Hang 'Em High'', 1968 - art by Macario Quibus
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A vintage movie poster reprint of ''Hang 'Em High'', a 1968 American Western film directed by Ted Post and starring Clint Eastwood. The film is a classic of the Western genre and is known for its portrayal of themes such as justice, revenge, and the complexities of law enforcement in the Old West.
The story follows Jed Cooper, played by Clint Eastwood, a former lawman who is wrongfully accused of cattle rustling and murder by a lynch mob. Cooper is left for dead but is rescued by a lawman named Captain Wilson, portrayed by Ed Begley. Wilson recognizes Cooper's innocence and deputizes him to bring the members of the lynch mob to justice.
As Cooper embarks on a mission to capture the men who attempted to hang him, the film explores themes of frontier justice, morality, and the blurred lines between right and wrong in the lawless West.
Clint Eastwood's portrayal of Jed Cooper is characteristic of his iconic tough-guy persona. Cooper is a determined and relentless figure seeking vengeance and justice, and Eastwood's performance adds depth to the character.
"Hang 'Em High" is known for its gritty and realistic depiction of the Old West, with its dusty landscapes, shootouts, and moral dilemmas. The film also features memorable performances by supporting cast members, including Inger Stevens, Pat Hingle, and Ed Begley.
The film raises questions about the nature of justice and the concept of vigilanteism, as Cooper pursues his own brand of justice while working within the confines of the law. It explores the idea of whether justice can truly be achieved through legal means or if individuals must take matters into their own hands.
"Hang 'Em High" was a commercial success and contributed to Clint Eastwood's rising status as a leading man in Western films. It remains a beloved classic in the genre and is appreciated for its exploration of complex moral themes within the framework of a traditional Western narrative.
The film's combination of action, drama, and philosophical questions about justice and revenge has solidified its place in Western cinema history and continues to be enjoyed by fans of the genre.
About the artist:
Macario ("Mac") Gomez Quibus (1926-2018), born in Reus (Tarragona) Spain in 1926, was a well-known Spanish film poster artist. He developed a reputation among Hollywood studios for the powerful images he painted on Spanish film posters. He signed his works using the nickname, "Mac."
In his style, Mac is an artist with two faces. Some works are strongly expressive and dramatic, others lighter and luminous. There are movies posters characterized by vigorous brushstrokes, chiaroscuro effects, dark palettes, and almost Caravaggio-like lighting; others are extremely graphic, linear, schematic, characterized by the dazzling use of white color. The art of Quibus is a painting style based on lights and shadows, which goes beyond the conformist standards of design to achieve great expressive power.
When he was two, his father died in a work accident. Following an early talent in art, Mac studied at the School of Fine Arts beginning in 1935 and during the Spanish Civil War. At the age of 20, he visited Barcelona's Museum of Modern Art, where he discovered the work of 19th century Catalan painter Mariano Fortuny. Enamored by his style, Mac spent days examining Fortuny's canvases.
With a renewed motivation to continue studying art, he enrolled at the Escola de Belles Arts in Barcelona. He also began working in 1952 with an advertising company specializing in cinema. Later, he created art for the famous design studio, Clavé and Martà Picó (MCP), where he made numerous posters. One was a poster for "Ivanhoe," which caught the attention and acclaim of a senior executive at MGM.
In 1956, he earned his most significant break when Paramount studios hired him to design the poster for "The Ten Commandments," which led to a friendship with its star, Charlton Heston. Mac gifted Heston with a custom-painted portrait of Moses from the film, which the actor hung in his office. Similarly, Kirk Douglas received the original painting for "The Justices of the West."
From that point on, he continued to develop a style that transgressed the standard rules of composition and interpretation. Instead, he produced unique works with great expressive force. His style was credited for its creativity, nonconformity, and harmony. In recognition of his talent, in 1955, he was put in charge of all the publicity material for Tandem Films, a major Madrid film production company, and distributor.
Throughout his 20-year career, Mac earned esteem as one of Spain's finest film poster artists, having created over 4,000 works. Among the numerous Spanish posters he painted are some of today's most beloved films: "Casablanca," "A Streetcar Named Desire," "Rebeca," "Moulin Rouge," "El Cid," "Dr. No," "Play it Again, Sam," and "From Russia with Love."
Mac eventually became an independent artist who worked with all the American distributors. And although he had the chance to move to the United States, he chose not to leave his family or the creative inspiration he received living in Barcelona.
During his career, he received numerous honors. In 2012, the Sitges festival premiered the short film "Un chico de Portada," directed by David Muñoz, covering Mac's life and work, with interviews with the artist himself. In 2013, he was named an honorary member of the Catalan Film Academy. And in 2014, he received the Creu de Sant Jordi from the Generalitat de Catalunya. In addition, his work has been exhibited at the National Film Library in Madrid and the Verdi cinema in Barcelona.
By the time of his death in 2018, at the age of 92, he had created over 4,000 works, many of which still captivate movie fans today.
Search "Mac" to see more of his posters.
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