The Leopard Il Gattopardo Original Italian 39x54 Foglio Movie Poster Visconti

Description: The Leopard Il Gattopardo Original Italian 39x54 inch Foglio Movie Poster from the 1963 Luchino Visconti classic movie, 1969 release rare in VG Condition - - "The Leopard" is a 1963 Italian epic historical film directed by Luchino Visconti, based on the novel of the same name by Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa. Set in 19th-century Sicily during a time of political and social upheaval, the film follows the decline of the aristocracy and the rise of the bourgeoisie. The story revolves around Prince Fabrizio Salina (played by Burt Lancaster), a nobleman facing the changes brought about by the Italian unification, known as the Risorgimento. He realizes that his family's traditional way of life is fading as modernization and political transformations take hold. Fabrizio's nephew, Tancredi Falconeri (played by Alain Delon), becomes involved in the revolutionary movement and falls in love with Angelica Sedàra (played by Claudia Cardinale), the daughter of a wealthy merchant. As they navigate this changing landscape, Fabrizio must come to terms with the transformation of his beloved Sicilian society and his own mortality. Visconti's film captures the grandeur and decay of the aristocracy through lavish production design, costumes, and cinematography. It explores themes of class, power, and change, highlighting the tension between tradition and progress. The film culminates in a lavish ball scene that contrasts the opulence of the past with the uncertain future. "The Leopard" is known for its stunning visuals, attention to historical detail, and thoughtful exploration of societal shifts. It offers a reflective examination of the changing times and the sacrifices required to adapt to a new era. This is the genuine Original Movie Poster released the year of the film, which were machine folded before distribution. This is a real collectors item being released from our historic archive. Silver Screen Mementos are gradually releasing from their vast archives thousands of original photographs, transparencies, negatives, slides, lobby cards , original movie posters, books, magazines and other movie or television memorabilia. Powered by SixBit's eCommerce Solution

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