Big, bold, and finally on public display for the first time ever.
The Boca Raton Museum of Art reveals one of Hollywood’s most well-kept secrets for the first time—Hollywood’s painted backdrops.
The most beautiful illusions ever created for films will make their world premiere in South Florida from April 20, 2022, until Jan. 22, 2023, showcasing the artists that were the backbone of the film industry.
The show’s immersive experience highlights 22 scenic backdrops, made for the movies between 1938 and 1968, and will include interactive video reels that will tell the artist stories behind each backdrop. Soundscapes have been engineered to surround visitors in the museum, including atmospheric sound effects related to the backdrops of the original movie.
“These monumental paintings were essential to moviemaking for almost a century, and were never meant to be seen by the public with a naked eye,” Leonard Maltin, renowned film critic, said in a statement. “Having this rare opportunity to experience these American masterpieces up close is long overdue.”
Author: Alyssa Miller
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