M.arilyn Monroe & Jane Russell
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
1953
20th Century Fox
Photographer: Emerson Hall
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It is about two girls from Little Rock, Lorelei Lee - the protagonist (M. Monroe) and Dorothy Shaw (J. Russel) who sing and preform for a living. Loralei is 'the dumb blonde' is obsessed with diamonds and money is her number one priority, whereas Dorothy is 'the clever brunette' and is more down to Earth. They go on a trip to Paris and on their way them meet a lot of wealthy men. Loralei has to resist temptation, but what they did not know was that her fiance hired a private detective to follow the girls. They get in all sorts of trouble, but as all romantic comedys, the film has a happy ending - Dorothy get married for love, Loralei mostly for money.
Lorelei Lee and Dorothy Shaw preforming on stage
Marilyn Monroe and Jane Russel
Gentlemen prefer blondes
1953
Image courtesy mptvimages.com
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The makeup, hair and fashion really capture look of the 1950's woman. The makeup artists were Ben Nye and Snyder. Her make up look consisted of flawless pale skin, arched brows, red (scarlet) lips and winged eyeliner - the look that defines Hollywood glamour to this day. The voluminous hairstyles were created with the pin curling technique.
The costumes were designed by Travilla and all clothes were designed to accentuate her figure and show off her curves. However, some costumes were considered too racy for the times and did not make past the censors. All clothes were, of course, accessorized with beautiful sparkly jewellery - but I could not find any information whether they were real or not, but I don't think they were.
Also, I noticed a lot of red details, from the lips to the dresses and even nailvarnish. In every sceene you can spot a dash of red on both characters.
The costumes were designed by Travilla and all clothes were designed to accentuate her figure and show off her curves. However, some costumes were considered too racy for the times and did not make past the censors. All clothes were, of course, accessorized with beautiful sparkly jewellery - but I could not find any information whether they were real or not, but I don't think they were.
Also, I noticed a lot of red details, from the lips to the dresses and even nailvarnish. In every sceene you can spot a dash of red on both characters.
Marilyn Monroe as Lorelei Lee
Closeup from the film
Gentlemen prefer blondes
1953
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Marilyn Monroe was an advocat for feminism, yet she is best known for her rolles in anti-feminist rolles. This films shows how women were objectified, but also admired, and blondes are considered stupid and brunettes smart. E.g. "I can be smart when it's important" - Lorelei Lee, meaning, she is usually stupid, but can be smart when neccessary.
Both girls are just ordinary girls from a small town; "We're just tow little girls from Little Rock, we came from the wrong side of the tracks." - they are lower class but act and pretend like they've always been part of the high aristocratic society. I think that Loreleis passion for diamonds and money comes from suffering a bad childhood. Being brought up in a family with low income made her want all things expensive, diamonds included. The diamonds represent finantial stability for her, and even if one day her looks fade away and she can't work as a show girl, she will still be able to be independent. Her father probably left when she was a child. At work she basically flaunts her body infront of wealthy (mostly older) men, which shows how much she is seeking for attention, wanting their approval and love.
Both girls are just ordinary girls from a small town; "We're just tow little girls from Little Rock, we came from the wrong side of the tracks." - they are lower class but act and pretend like they've always been part of the high aristocratic society. I think that Loreleis passion for diamonds and money comes from suffering a bad childhood. Being brought up in a family with low income made her want all things expensive, diamonds included. The diamonds represent finantial stability for her, and even if one day her looks fade away and she can't work as a show girl, she will still be able to be independent. Her father probably left when she was a child. At work she basically flaunts her body infront of wealthy (mostly older) men, which shows how much she is seeking for attention, wanting their approval and love.
http://ecosalon.com/marilyn-monroe-get-this-look-natural-beauty-products/
http://entertainment.howstuffworks.com/marilyn-monroe-early-career14.htm
http://igetakickoutofyou.me/2012/02/06/dresses-and-controversy-in-gentlemen-prefer-blondes/
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0045810/fullcredits?ref_=tt_ql_1
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