''Sleeping Beauty''-b, 1959, movie poster painting is a painting by Movie World Posters which was uploaded on October 27th, 2022.
''Sleeping Beauty''-b, 1959, movie poster painting
Base painting of the vintage movie poster for ''Sleeping Beauty'', a classic animated fantasy film produced by Walt Disney Productions and released... more
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''Sleeping Beauty''-b, 1959, movie poster painting
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Movie World Posters
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Painting - Movie Posters
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Base painting of the vintage movie poster for ''Sleeping Beauty'', a classic animated fantasy film produced by Walt Disney Productions and released in 1959. Directed by Clyde Geronimi, the film is based on the timeless fairy tale of the same name, with elements adapted from Charles Perrault's version and the Brothers Grimm's "Little Briar Rose."
The story revolves around Princess Aurora, the beloved daughter of King Stefan and Queen Leah, who is cursed by the evil fairy Maleficent to die on her sixteenth birthday after pricking her finger on a spinning wheel's spindle. However, the good fairy Merryweather softens the curse, changing Aurora's fate to a deep sleep until awakened by true love's kiss.
As the years pass, Aurora grows up unaware of her royal heritage, living in a cottage in the forest under the care of her three fairy godmothers, Flora, Fauna, and Merryweather, who have disguised themselves as peasant women to protect her from Maleficent's curse. On her sixteenth birthday, despite the precautions taken by the fairies, Aurora encounters the spindle and falls into a deep sleep.
Determined to save the kingdom and his beloved, Prince Phillip, whom Aurora met and fell in love with earlier, embarks on a perilous journey to rescue her from Maleficent's clutches. With the help of the three good fairies, who bestow upon him magical gifts, Prince Phillip battles Maleficent in her dragon form to awaken Aurora with true love's kiss.
"Sleeping Beauty" is celebrated for its stunning animation, intricate character design, and memorable musical score, which features adapted compositions from Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's ballet of the same name. The film's visual style, inspired by medieval tapestries and Gothic art, sets it apart from previous Disney animated features, creating a visually rich and immersive experience.
The film's characters are brought to life through expressive animation and memorable voice performances, including Mary Costa as Princess Aurora and Bill Shirley as Prince Phillip. Maleficent, voiced by Eleanor Audley, is widely regarded as one of Disney's most iconic villains, with her sinister presence and commanding presence leaving a lasting impression on audiences.
"Sleeping Beauty" remains a beloved classic of animation, cherished for its timeless story, enchanting characters, and breathtaking visuals. With its enduring appeal and universal themes of love, courage, and the triumph of good over evil, the film continues to captivate audiences of all ages, proving that true love's kiss has the power to awaken even the deepest of slumbers.
Base art is the poster artwork after the text has been digitally removed.
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October 27th, 2022
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