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''The Return of Frank James'', 1940 - art by Alfredo Capitani
A vintage Italian movie poster of ''The Return of Frank James'', a 1940 American Western film directed by Fritz Lang and starring Henry Fonda in the... more
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''The Return of Frank James'', 1940 - art by Alfredo Capitani
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A vintage Italian movie poster of ''The Return of Frank James'', a 1940 American Western film directed by Fritz Lang and starring Henry Fonda in the titular role of Frank James. It is a sequel to the 1939 film "Jesse James," in which Henry Fonda also played the character of Frank James. The movie is loosely based on the real-life story of Frank James, the older brother of infamous outlaw Jesse James.
The plot of the film follows Frank James as he returns to his home in Missouri after the death of his brother, Jesse. Frank is determined to avenge his brother's death, and he embarks on a journey to track down and bring to justice those responsible for Jesse's murder. Along the way, Frank encounters various obstacles, confrontations with lawmen, and moments of moral conflict.
"The Return of Frank James" is notable for its portrayal of the transition from the lawlessness of the Old West to a more civilized society with a functioning legal system. It also explores themes of justice, revenge, and the complexities of the James brothers' characters. The film blends elements of action, drama, and Western genre conventions.
Henry Fonda delivers a strong performance as Frank James, and the movie features a talented supporting cast, including Gene Tierney, Jackie Cooper, and Donald Meek. The film's direction by Fritz Lang adds a sense of tension and suspense to the story.
While "The Return of Frank James" may not be as well-remembered as some other Western classics of its time, it remains a notable entry in the genre and offers an intriguing portrayal of the legendary outlaw's later years and quest for justice.
About the artist:
Alfredo Capitani (1895–1985) was born in Ciampino, Italy, and attended the English Academy of Fine Arts in Rome. After graduating, he began working in theaters, setting up stage backdrops.
The new art styles he was surrounded by inspired his creativity in the first decades of the 20th century. He witnessed the dynamic advances in pictorial art, including the post-Impressionism era and experimentation into Expressionism and Abstraction.
In 1919, he opened a studio producing advertising posters, fostering collaborations with other painters. His work included preparing cinema set-ups, such as large wall posters and paintings. His movie posters became among the most famous in Italian design. His experience with theaters, stages, and spotlights was essential to highlight his flashy but synthetic style. Extremely concise in delineating figures, Capitani consistently innovated.
His lines are immediate and well-defined, like outlining theatrical spaces. Even the impact of colors is intense and full of contrasts. Capitani’s posters are a synthesis between forms and graphic lettering.
He created posters for Italian and American producers, including MGM, Fox, and Columbia Pictures. Some of his well-known posters were those for "Gilda," "Moby Dick," "Blood Alley," "My Darling Clementine," and "The Loves of Carmen." He also formed the design company BCM, (an acronym of surnames,) with two other prominent Italian poster artists, Anselmo Ballester and Luigi Martinati
By the early 1960s he no longer did movie posters, and instead dedicated himself to easel painting until his 1985 death in Rome at 90.
Search "Capitani" to see his other works.
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January 24th, 2022
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