''Mash'', 1972

by Retro Movie Posters

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''Mash'', 1972

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Retro Movie Posters

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Mixed Media - Vintage Movie Poster

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A vintage movie poster of ''Mash'', 1970 American black comedy war film directed by Robert Altman. The film is based on Richard Hooker's 1968 novel "MASH: A Novel About Three Army Doctors," which was inspired by Hooker's own experiences as a military surgeon during the Korean War. "MASH" is known for its satirical and irreverent take on war and the military establishment.

The film is set during the Korean War and primarily takes place at the fictional Mobile Army Surgical Hospital (MAS*H) 4077th, a medical unit located near the front lines of the conflict. The story follows the antics of the hospital's staff, which includes Captain Benjamin "Hawkeye" Pierce, Captain "Trapper" John McIntyre, and Major Margaret "Hot Lips" Houlihan, among others. The characters are portrayed as irreverent, anti-authoritarian, and often using humor as a coping mechanism to deal with the horrors of war.

"MAS*H" is known for its dark humor, witty dialogue, and the way it explores the absurdities of war and the military bureaucracy. It challenges traditional war film conventions by emphasizing the chaos and absurdity of war rather than glorifying it. The film also contains social commentary on issues like sexism, racism, and the dehumanizing effects of war.

The cast of "MAS*H" includes Donald Sutherland as Hawkeye Pierce, Elliott Gould as Trapper John McIntyre, Sally Kellerman as Major Margaret "Hot Lips" Houlihan, and Robert Duvall as Major Frank Burns, among others. The film received critical acclaim upon its release and was a box office success. It also inspired the popular television series of the same name, which aired from 1972 to 1983.

"MAS*H" is considered a classic in the dark comedy and war film genres and is known for its innovative filmmaking techniques, including Altman's use of overlapping dialogue and a documentary-style approach to filming. It remains a significant cultural touchstone and a thought-provoking exploration of the human condition in the midst of war.

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January 31st, 2022

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