''That Hagen Girl'', 1947, movie poster painting by Luigi Martinati is a painting by Movie World Posters which was uploaded on October 27th, 2022.
''That Hagen Girl'', 1947, movie poster painting by Luigi Martinati
Base painting of the vintage movie poster for ''That Hagen Girl'',a 1947 American drama film directed by Peter Godfrey and starring Ronald Reagan and... more
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''That Hagen Girl'', 1947, movie poster painting by Luigi Martinati
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Movie World Posters
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Painting - Movie Posters
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Base painting of the vintage movie poster for ''That Hagen Girl'',a 1947 American drama film directed by Peter Godfrey and starring Ronald Reagan and Shirley Temple. Set in a small town, the film explores themes of gossip, prejudice, and redemption.
Ronald Reagan portrays Tom Bates, a young attorney who returns to his hometown to practice law. He becomes romantically involved with Mary Hagen, played by Shirley Temple, a young woman who has been ostracized by the community due to rumors that she is the illegitimate daughter of a prominent family.
As Tom and Mary's relationship deepens, they must confront the prejudices and gossip of the townspeople, who are quick to judge Mary based on her uncertain parentage. Meanwhile, Tom's efforts to uncover the truth about Mary's past lead to unexpected revelations and challenges.
"That Hagen Girl" is distinguished by its sensitive portrayal of social issues and its strong performances by Reagan and Temple. Reagan brings warmth and integrity to the role of Tom Bates, portraying him as a compassionate and principled young man determined to do what is right. Temple delivers a poignant performance as Mary Hagen, capturing her character's resilience and vulnerability in the face of adversity.
The film's supporting cast includes Lois Maxwell, Rory Calhoun, and Conrad Janis, who contribute to the film's portrayal of small-town life and its inhabitants. Their performances add depth and nuance to the film's exploration of themes such as family, identity, and the power of community.
"That Hagen Girl" received mixed reviews upon its release, with some critics praising its performances and themes, while others criticized its melodramatic plot and portrayal of small-town prejudice. However, the film has since gained a reputation as a notable entry in Reagan and Temple's filmographies, and remains a compelling drama that continues to resonate with audiences today.
Base art is the poster artwork after the text has been digitally removed.
About the 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 PubblicitĂ ), 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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October 27th, 2022
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