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''Miracle in the Rain'', 1956 - art by Luigi Martinati
A vintage Italian movie poster of ''Miracle in the Rain'', a 1956 romantic drama film directed by Rudolph Maté, based on the novel of the same name... more
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''Miracle in the Rain'', 1956 - art by Luigi Martinati
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A vintage Italian movie poster of ''Miracle in the Rain'', a 1956 romantic drama film directed by Rudolph Maté, based on the novel of the same name by Ben Hecht. The film is also known as "Incontro Sotto la Pioggia" in Italian. It tells the story of a heartfelt and poignant romance that blossoms between two lonely individuals during a chance encounter in the rain.
The film is set in New York City and revolves around two main characters: Ruth Wood (played by Jane Wyman) and Corporal Arthur Hugenon (played by Van Johnson). Ruth is a single, lonely woman who works as a secretary in a drab office, and she is struggling with the challenges of her mundane life. Arthur is a soldier on a brief leave from the Army, and he meets Ruth when they both seek refuge from a sudden rainstorm under the awning of a building. This unexpected meeting sparks a connection between them.
As the two spend more time together, they form a deep and meaningful bond, providing each other with the companionship and emotional support they had been lacking in their lives. Despite the challenges posed by their different backgrounds and the looming uncertainty of Arthur's deployment, their love deepens and becomes a source of hope and inspiration.
"Miracle in the Rain" explores themes of love, fate, and the transformative power of human connections. It delves into the idea that sometimes, even in the most ordinary and unexpected circumstances, love can flourish and bring about significant changes in people's lives.
The film is known for its touching performances by Jane Wyman and Van Johnson, as well as its evocative portrayal of post-World War II America. It is a classic romantic drama that resonates with audiences due to its timeless themes of love and the belief in the possibility of miracles, even in the most challenging of circumstances.
About the poster artist:
Luigi Martinati (1893-1983), born in Florence, Italy, on Dec. 31, 1893, was a significant Italian illustrator and painter. He spent most of his career creating artwork for film posters.
While growing up in Florence, he attended the Academy of Fine Arts, then moved to Rome in 1911 when he was 18. There, he worked as an apprentice for film poster artist Federico Ballester (1868-1926), the father of Anselmo Ballester, who also became a poster artist.
Between 1923 and 1941, he devoted himself to advertising illustration. He designed posters of various subjects and themes, from commercial advertising billboards to tourist signs to political posters to significant celebratory events.
He later became the director of IGAP (Impresa Generale Affissioni Pubblicità), a leading advertising agency in Rome. In that role, he began collaborating with various film companies, primarily Warner Brothers studios. Soon after World War II, the advertising sector became dedicated exclusively to movie illustrations.
In the mid-1940s, he teamed up with two other painters of Italian film posters, Anselmo Ballester and Alfredo Capitani. Together, they founded BCM studio (using letters from their surnames) and dedicated their efforts exclusively to producing film posters.
Martinati's images typically invoked robust realism. His style was characterized by a foreground depicting a large portrait with a minor scene in the background. He also stands out for his technique, which focused on the strength of the subjects without lingering on details and particulars. The heroes of Martinati posters are realistic and believable, with few exaggerated expressions or poses..
In 1959, he cut back on his partnership with Warner Brothers and other film production and distribution companies. By 1967, he discontinued his successful career as a film poster artist to work primarily as an easel painter.
He died in Rome in 1983 at the age of 90.
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