''Paths of Glory'', 1957 - art by Rolf Goetze is a mixed media by Movie World Posters which was uploaded on January 20th, 2022.
''Paths of Glory'', 1957 - art by Rolf Goetze
A vintage German movie poster of ''Paths of Glory'', a 1957 war film directed by Stanley Kubrick and based on the novel of the same name by Humphrey... more
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''Paths of Glory'', 1957 - art by Rolf Goetze
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A vintage German movie poster of ''Paths of Glory'', a 1957 war film directed by Stanley Kubrick and based on the novel of the same name by Humphrey Cobb. The movie is set during World War I and is known for its powerful and thought-provoking exploration of the moral and ethical dilemmas faced by soldiers and military leaders.
The film stars Kirk Douglas as Colonel Dax, a French officer who is assigned to lead a group of soldiers in a seemingly impossible mission to capture an enemy stronghold known as the "Ant Hill." When the mission fails due to poor planning and inadequate support, three of Dax's men are randomly selected to be court-martialed and executed as an example to the rest of the troops.
Colonel Dax, a principled and compassionate officer, is appalled by the injustice of the situation and becomes their defense attorney during the court-martial. He attempts to prove the absurdity of the charges and the scapegoating of these soldiers by the high-ranking officers who are desperate to maintain their own reputations. The film explores the tension between duty, loyalty, and moral responsibility as Dax battles against the military establishment.
"Paths of Glory" is known for its stark and powerful imagery, as well as its unflinching portrayal of the brutality and senselessness of war. It raises important questions about the dehumanizing nature of warfare and the willingness of those in power to sacrifice the lives of ordinary soldiers for their own gain.
The film received critical acclaim for its performances, direction, and message, and it has since become a classic in the war film genre. "Paths of Glory" is celebrated for its anti-war stance and its ability to provoke deep reflection on the moral and ethical choices made during times of conflict.
About the artist:
Rolf Goetze was a German illustrator and painter who painted film poster art for about 30 years. His early works began in the 1930s, when he did a number of posters for Greta Garbo films, including "Queen Christina" (1934), "Anna Karenina" (1935), and "Camille" (1936). He continued creating German poster artwork of mostly American films through the 1960s.
From a stylistic point of view, Goetze's posters are characterized by a great compositional structure; the German designer was capable of blending incredibly realistic, close-up portraits, with elaborate scenes in the background. An undisputed master of portraiture, Goetze created numerous posters using monochrome, black and white, or sepia palettes. His posters look like realistic, vivid charcoal drawings. They are able to represent faces and expressions of their protagonists, as mirrors faithful to reality.
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January 20th, 2022
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