''The Bachelor and the Bobby Soxer'', 1947 - art by Bernard Lancy is a mixed media by Movie World Posters which was uploaded on February 8th, 2022.
''The Bachelor and the Bobby Soxer'', 1947 - art by Bernard Lancy
A vintage French movie poster of ''The Bachelor and the Bobby Soxer'', a classic American romantic comedy film released in 1947. The movie stars Cary... more
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''The Bachelor and the Bobby Soxer'', 1947 - art by Bernard Lancy
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A vintage French movie poster of ''The Bachelor and the Bobby Soxer'', a classic American romantic comedy film released in 1947. The movie stars Cary Grant, Myrna Loy, and Shirley Temple in prominent roles. Directed by Irving Reis and written by Sidney Sheldon, the film is known for its lighthearted and humorous take on an unconventional love triangle.
The story revolves around Dick Nugent, played by Cary Grant, a suave and charming artist who gets into legal trouble when he punches a pushy reporter who was criticizing his work. To avoid jail time, Dick is sentenced to work with a teenage girl named Susan, portrayed by Shirley Temple, who has a crush on him. Susan is the younger sister of a judge named Margaret Turner, played by Myrna Loy.
As Dick reluctantly takes on the role of Susan's "date" to appease her, a series of comic and awkward situations ensue. Margaret, the judge, becomes involved in their lives, leading to a romantic rivalry between her and Susan over Dick's affections. Dick's attempts to handle the situation while avoiding any wrongdoing form the crux of the film's humor.
"The Bachelor and the Bobby-Soxer" explores themes of love, maturity, and the generation gap. The film's title refers to the bobby-soxer phenomenon of the time, where teenage girls wore ankle-length socks with their skirts. The movie is a delightful and whimsical comedy that showcases Cary Grant's charisma and comic timing, Myrna Loy's elegance, and Shirley Temple's transition from a child star to a young adult actress.
The film was well-received upon its release and won an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay, which was written by Sidney Sheldon. It remains a beloved classic of the romantic comedy genre and is remembered for its witty dialogue, endearing performances, and the entertaining clash of generations.
About the poster artist:
Bernard Lancy (1892—1964) was a French film poster artist. He designed posters for about 20 years, from the 1930s to about 1950. Among his most famous posters was one from 1939, "La Grande Illusion."
In 1940 he was selected to do a Japanese version of "The Philadelphia Story." For the film "Joan of Arc" (1948), he painted at least four different designs used for its posters.
Bernard Lancy turns poster movies into advertising masterpieces. His works are completely different from the realism and truthfulness of many colleagues; they incorporate caricature, geometries, patterns, and colorful drawing. The originality of this designer's style lies in his ability to integrate various languages, creating mixed compositions, sometimes loud in their integration of characters, texts, frames, and colors. Lancy keeps himself in joyful balance, moving between different elements.
Search "Lancy" to see more of his posters.
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February 8th, 2022
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