''Crack in the World'', 1965 - art by Roger Soubie is a mixed media by Movie World Posters which was uploaded on February 7th, 2022.
''Crack in the World'', 1965 - art by Roger Soubie
A vintage French movie poster of ''Crack in the World'', a science fiction disaster film released in 1965, directed by Andrew Marton and starring... more
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''Crack in the World'', 1965 - art by Roger Soubie
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A vintage French movie poster of ''Crack in the World'', a science fiction disaster film released in 1965, directed by Andrew Marton and starring Dana Andrews. The movie is known for its exploration of the potential consequences of scientific hubris and the risks associated with groundbreaking experiments.
The story revolves around Dr. Stephen Sorenson, portrayed by Dana Andrews, a brilliant scientist who is working on a groundbreaking project to tap into the Earth's molten core as a source of unlimited geothermal energy. Sorenson's ambitious experiment involves drilling deep into the Earth's crust and creating a controlled nuclear explosion that will fracture the planet's surface, allowing access to the geothermal energy below.
However, as the experiment progresses, it becomes apparent that things are not going as planned. A series of unexpected complications and miscalculations lead to a catastrophic event. Instead of providing a clean and sustainable energy source, the experiment triggers a massive crack in the Earth's crust, which begins to grow and spread rapidly.
The film follows the efforts of Dr. Sorenson and a team of scientists and government officials as they race against time to find a way to stop the expanding crack and prevent a global catastrophe. As the crack threatens to swallow entire cities and unleash deadly seismic activity, tensions rise, and the characters must make difficult decisions to save humanity.
"Crack in the World" is a classic example of 1960s science fiction cinema, characterized by its focus on scientific exploration and the potential dangers of unchecked technological advancement. The film combines elements of suspense, drama, and disaster as it explores the consequences of tampering with the Earth's natural processes. Dana Andrews delivers a compelling performance as the driven scientist who must grapple with the unintended consequences of his actions.
While the special effects of the time may appear dated by today's standards, "Crack in the World" remains a notable entry in the genre for its thought-provoking premise and its exploration of the ethical and moral dilemmas that arise from scientific experimentation. It continues to be remembered as a cult classic among fans of vintage science fiction films.
About the poster artist:
Roger Soubie (1898–1984) was born in France and lived in Granville, France after World War II. He began his career by drawing magazine covers and advertising posters for railway companies, car manufacturers, and travel agencies. During his long career as an artist, Soubie created nearly 2,000 film posters, many of which are highly celebrated.
His style is always characterized by lively brushstrokes, attentive to tones, shadows, and transparencies in this wide variety of genres, scenes, and characters. The skin of his actresses, their swathing dresses, look like shining silk designed by a Renaissance painter.
The lines are realistic and traditional: the movie stars are depicted with their distinctive features, almost lifelike, but the composition makes his design genuinely original. Soubie’s protagonists are sometimes centered in the middle of the scene. Other posters may have them inserted in frames or articulated between numerous words and titles with different fonts. Soubie’s movie posters are dynamic. Like an engaging movie, always in motion.
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February 7th, 2022
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