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Fine Art Print : Richard Massingham in Michael Laws What A Life! (1948)
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Richard Massingham in Michael Laws What A Life! (1948)
The British Film Institute (BFI) are UK's lead organisation for film, television and the moving image
Media ID 1427825
© Crown Copyright
Beer Depressed Despair Grumpy Pint Unhappy
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the world of classic British cinema with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This stunning print features a captivating moment from Michael Laws' What A Life! (1948), starring the talented Richard Massingham. Immerse yourself in the timeless charm of this iconic film as you display this beautiful work of art in your home or office. Each print is meticulously produced using the highest quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring the magic of the silver screen into your space. Add this essential piece to your collection and relive the golden age of cinema every day.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 37.4cm (20" x 14.7")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from the British Film Institute, we are transported back to 1948, where Richard Massingham brilliantly portrays a character in Michael Laws' film "What A Life!". The image captures Massingham's remarkable ability to convey emotions with his expressive face. Here, he embodies a sense of unhappiness and despair that is palpable. Seated at a pub table, Massingham's grumpy expression tells a story of inner turmoil. His downturned gaze suggests a heavy heart burdened by life's challenges. With an untouched pint of beer before him, it becomes evident that even the solace found in this traditional British pastime fails to lift his spirits. The atmosphere surrounding him seems oblivious to his melancholy state; people chat animatedly in the background while others enjoy their own pints without noticing his despondency. This stark contrast accentuates Massingham's isolation within the bustling pub scene. Through this poignant snapshot frozen in time, we witness the power of cinema as it captures human emotions so vividly. It serves as a reminder that despite our external surroundings or social interactions, internal struggles can persist unseen by those around us. Massingham's portrayal evokes empathy and invites contemplation about our own experiences with sadness and introspection. As viewers engage with this photograph print from "What A Life!", they are compelled to reflect on moments when life feels overwhelming and how individuals navigate through such periods of depression and despair.
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