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The film world isn't too far away from its first glimpse of this year's Cannes Film Festival line-up. To whet appetites and promote the legendary film fest, this year's Cannes poster has been launched, showcasing its Fellini-esque elegance on the internet before adorning la Croisette between May 14 and 25. Click on the image for a closer look at the great Marcello Mastroianni. {Cannes 2014 Poster}
The poster is the handiwork of Hervé Chigioni and his graphic designer partner Gilles Frappier, who delved deep into the Cannes' archives and pulled out Federico Fellini’s 8½, an Official Selection-er back in 1963, and its star Mastroianni. It's none-more-Cannes, and, says its designer, its understated style is in keeping with the spirit of the event.
“The way he looks at us above his black glasses draws us right in to a promise of global cinematographic happiness,” explains Chigioni. “The happiness of experiencing the Festival de Cannes together.”
Chiara Mastroianni, the Italian great’s daughter, said: “I am very proud and touched that Cannes has chosen to pay tribute to my father with this poster. I find it very beautiful and modern, with a sweet irony and a classy sense of detachment. It’s really him through and through.”
from Empire News
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