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''The Fighting Coast Guard'', 1951 - art by Angelo Cesselon
A vintage Italian movie poster of ''The Fighting Coast Guard'', a 1951 American war film that stars Forrest Tucker in the lead role. The movie was... more
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''The Fighting Coast Guard'', 1951 - art by Angelo Cesselon
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A vintage Italian movie poster of ''The Fighting Coast Guard'', a 1951 American war film that stars Forrest Tucker in the lead role. The movie was directed by Joseph Kane and produced by Republic Pictures, a well-known studio of that era. The film is set during World War II and is a patriotic drama that highlights the courageous and daring actions of the United States Coast Guard in defending the country's shores.
Forrest Tucker plays the character of Lt. Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson, a dedicated and fearless Coast Guard officer who is tasked with leading a group of Coast Guardsmen in their mission to protect the coastline from enemy threats. The film follows Lt. Jackson and his crew as they face various challenges and dangers, including enemy spies, saboteurs, and the treacherous waters of the Atlantic Ocean.
As the story unfolds, Lt. Jackson and his team must overcome adversity and work together to thwart the plans of the enemy and ensure the safety of the American coastline. The film showcases their bravery, resourcefulness, and determination in the face of adversity, emphasizing the important role played by the Coast Guard in safeguarding the nation during wartime.
"The Fighting Coast Guard" is a classic example of the patriotic and inspirational war films that were popular during the mid-20th century. It celebrates the heroism and sacrifices of the Coast Guard personnel during World War II and delivers a message of resilience and dedication in the face of adversity. The movie combines action, drama, and a sense of national pride, making it an engaging and memorable cinematic experience for its time. Forrest Tucker's portrayal of Lt. Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson contributes to the film's overall appeal, as he brings the character to life with his strong performance.
About the artist:
Angelo Cesselon (Feb. 17, 1922 - Sept. 26, 1992) was an Italian poster painter born in Cinto Caomaggiore, Veneto. His art style became noted for its vibrant chromatic mixtures and original compositions. In addition, he had the striking ability to identify the psychology of a face and paint it using a rich artistic expression.
Cesselon began painting in the traditional 19th-century Venetian style from an early age. However, he became interested in contemporary art after his family moved to Rome. As a result, he began visiting the city's many art and graphic studios.
After World War II he designed posters for cinema studios, where he worked on all stages of poster production, from the initial draft to the completed poster. His preferred style, which he called the "spirit of the film," depicted only one large image, often a portrait, instead of the typical collage of many small images. Along with other Italian poster designers from the 1940s through the 1970s, he introduced new expressive methods that changed the look and feel of movie posters.
Cesselon also was known for his graphic design skill in the form of magazine and newspaper illustrations. In 1955, he was awarded the Italian Spiga Cambellotti prize for being the best cinematographic painter of the year. After winning another international award in 1958, his portrait work gained worldwide recognition. He was commissioned to paint portraits of many famous and influential personalities, including Italian President Giovanni Gronchi, Pope John XXIII, and Pope John Paul II.
As a portraitist for film stars into the 1970s, he worked directly with Gina Lollobrigida, Marilyn Monroe, Vittorio Gassman, and Totò. His work also led to collaborations with several major film studios in Europe and America, painting many of Hollywood's major stars.
He died in Velletri, Italy, in 1992. A book was published about his work in 1999: "Angelo Cesselon, Cinema Painter: A love story, Original cinematographic sketches: 1945-1975 ."
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January 29th, 2022
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