''Smash up - The Story of a Woman'' - 1947 is a mixed media by Movie World Posters which was uploaded on February 20th, 2022.
''Smash up - The Story of a Woman'' - 1947
Smash-Up: The Story of a Woman is a 1947 American drama film directed by Stuart Heisler and starring Susan Hayward in the leading role. The film... more
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''Smash up - The Story of a Woman'' - 1947
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"Smash-Up: The Story of a Woman" is a 1947 American drama film directed by Stuart Heisler and starring Susan Hayward in the leading role. The film explores the life and struggles of its protagonist, Angie Evans, played by Hayward, as she navigates the challenges of fame, alcoholism, and a failing marriage.
The story revolves around Angie, a talented nightclub singer who dreams of becoming a successful actress. She meets and falls in love with Ken Conway, a charming and successful songwriter, played by Lee Bowman. They marry and have a daughter, but Angie's career aspirations take a backseat to her role as a wife and mother.
As the years go by, Angie's husband, Ken, becomes more successful while she is relegated to the role of a housewife. Frustrated and feeling unfulfilled, Angie turns to alcohol to cope with her unhappiness. Her addiction leads to a downward spiral, damaging her marriage and her relationship with her daughter.
"Smash-Up: The Story of a Woman" is a poignant and gripping portrayal of the destructive power of alcoholism and its impact on a woman's life. Susan Hayward's performance as Angie earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress, showcasing her ability to convey the emotional turmoil of her character.
The film explores themes of ambition, sacrifice, addiction, and the challenges faced by women in a male-dominated world. It serves as a cautionary tale about the consequences of neglecting one's own dreams and aspirations in favor of fulfilling societal expectations.
"Smash-Up: The Story of a Woman" is a classic Hollywood melodrama that remains notable for Susan Hayward's standout performance and its portrayal of the personal struggles of its female protagonist in post-World War II America.
About the poster artist:
Martin Gavler (April 24, 1915, Gävle, Sweden-1986) was a Swedish advertising artist, illustrator, and graphic designer.
Gavler's parents were tailors in Sweden. He enrolled at the Technical School in Stockholm for his art education, where he studied drawing from 1934 to 1939. He took study trips to London and Paris to further his art education.
As an advertising and book illustrator, he held exhibits throughout Europe and in New York. In 2014, Sweden's Landskrona Museum held a special exhibition of his works, covering 50 years of his art career. In addition, Stockholm's National Museum represents much of his work.
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