''The Affairs of Susan'', 1945 - art by Boris Grinsson is a mixed media by Movie World Posters which was uploaded on December 27th, 2021.
''The Affairs of Susan'', 1945 - art by Boris Grinsson
A vintage movie poster of ''The Affairs of Susan'', released in 1945, is a romantic comedy film directed by William A. Seiter. The film stars Joan... more
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''The Affairs of Susan'', 1945 - art by Boris Grinsson
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A vintage movie poster of ''The Affairs of Susan'', released in 1945, is a romantic comedy film directed by William A. Seiter. The film stars Joan Fontaine in the titular role of Susan Darell, a charming and enigmatic woman who leaves a string of fascinated men in her wake. The narrative unfolds through the perspectives of her four very different suitors, each of whom sees Susan in a completely different light.
The plot is structured around the impending marriage of Susan to Richard Aiken, a successful and somewhat staid businessman played by Walter Abel. As Richard seeks to understand more about his fiancée's past, he encounters three of her former lovers, each of whom recounts his own experience with Susan. These men include a wealthy playboy, a struggling playwright, and a tough, no-nonsense businessman.
Each suitor's story presents a different version of Susan: she is seen as a free-spirited, independent woman; a sensitive, artistic soul; a practical, down-to-earth individual; and a sophisticated, worldly woman. This narrative technique highlights the subjective nature of perception and how one's character can be interpreted in various ways depending on the observer.
Joan Fontaine's performance is central to the film's appeal, as she adeptly portrays these diverse facets of Susan's character. Her ability to convincingly embody each version of Susan showcases her range as an actress. The film also delves into themes of identity, love, and the complexity of human relationships.
"The Affairs of Susan" is noted for its witty script, engaging performances, and its light-hearted yet thoughtful exploration of the different personas one can embody in various relationships. The film was well-received for its humor and its unique take on romantic relationships, making it a delightful and thought-provoking comedy from the 1940s.
About the artist:
Boris Grinsson (1907, Pskov, Russia, - 1999, Paris) was a designer of Russian origin who lived and worked in France. For about 30 years of his career, from the 1940s to the 1970s, he painted more than 2000 posters for the French cinema circuit, becoming extremely popular among film directors.
After studying at the Academy of Fine Arts in Estonia, where the family moved to escape the Russian Revolution, the artist reached Berlin and enrolled in Decorative Arts. Grinsson immediately started working in cinema at the UFA studios in Balberg and soon began designing posters for the Paramount and MGM. He worked among the many directors, including Alfred Hitchcock, Luis Buñuel, Billy Wilder, Alain Resnais, and Luchino Visconti.
His designs were also particularly controversial. In 1932 he drew a polemic caricature of Adolf Hitler. As a result, he was forced to move to Paris to escape the Nazi regime. Nevertheless, he continued to create the French versions of many famous movie posters in France.
Grinsson’s painting style for posters is characterized by his peculiar treatment of colors. If compared with the style of Italian designers, for example, his portraits appear somewhat schematic. Rather than using strong contrasts between light and shadow, Grinsson
modulated his figures with bold flat planes of colors and cool and defined outlines.
His posters often look like works of modern art rather than traditional sketches. Even the color palette is somewhat restricted, preferring different shades of yellows, greens, blues. However, the chromatic and formal restriction of Grinsson’s style is not to be seen as a limitation but as a legacy of the lithography technique that dominated German design until the early 1960s. A historical and peculiar element that distinguishes its very different and endless production.
Search “Grinsson” to see more of his art.
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December 27th, 2021
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