Gérard Philipe and Lilli Palmer
German postcard. VEB Progress-Filmvertrieb, Berlin. Photo Progress Nr. 1271. Gérard Philipe and Lilli Palmer in Montparnasse 19/The Lovers of Montparnasse (Jacques Becker/Max Ophüls 1958), a biopic on the last year of painter Amedeo Modigliani.
Legendary idol of the French cinema Gérard Philipe (1922–1959) was adored for his good looks, but he was also a very talented actor. He played roles as diverse as Faust and Modigliani and he was sought out by France's preeminent directors for his versatility and professionalism. German actress and author Lilli Palmer (1914 –1986) appeared in French, British, American and German films. The charming and elegant film star won such prestigious awards as the Coppa Volpi in Italy, the Deutscher Filmpreis, and she was nominated twice for a Golden Globe Award.
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Gérard Philipe and Lilli Palmer
German postcard. VEB Progress-Filmvertrieb, Berlin. Photo Progress Nr. 1271. Gérard Philipe and Lilli Palmer in Montparnasse 19/The Lovers of Montparnasse (Jacques Becker/Max Ophüls 1958), a biopic on the last year of painter Amedeo Modigliani.
Legendary idol of the French cinema Gérard Philipe (1922–1959) was adored for his good looks, but he was also a very talented actor. He played roles as diverse as Faust and Modigliani and he was sought out by France's preeminent directors for his versatility and professionalism. German actress and author Lilli Palmer (1914 –1986) appeared in French, British, American and German films. The charming and elegant film star won such prestigious awards as the Coppa Volpi in Italy, the Deutscher Filmpreis, and she was nominated twice for a Golden Globe Award.
For more postcards, bio's and clips check out our blog European Film Star Postcards.