Documentary on illustrated film posters premieres on Sky Arte
The documentary 'Pittori di cinema ‒ 100 anni di manifesti cinematografici' will air on Sky Arte on Sunday, September 2, focusing on the history of illustrated film posters. It traces their evolution over forty years, from origins to decline and revival in the 2000s driven by independent directors and galleries. Featured professionals include William Stout, Jason Edmiston, Gary Pullin, Laurent Durieux, and Roger Kastel, creator of the iconic 'Jaws' poster. The documentary examines the visual medium's deep ties to cinema.
Key facts
- Documentary 'Pittori di cinema ‒ 100 anni di manifesti cinematografici' airs on Sky Arte on September 2.
- Covers 40 years of illustrated film poster evolution.
- Highlights revival in the 2000s by independent directors and galleries.
- Features William Stout, Jason Edmiston, Gary Pullin, Laurent Durieux, and Roger Kastel.
- Roger Kastel created the iconic poster for 'Jaws'.
- Sky Arte content is powered by Artribune.
- Artribune is a platform for contemporary art and culture founded in 2011.
- The documentary explores the history of a visual medium tied to cinema.
Entities
Artists
- William Stout
- Jason Edmiston
- Gary Pullin
- Laurent Durieux
- Roger Kastel
Institutions
- Sky Arte
- Artribune