Orson Welles in front of the Casino in Monte Carlo. Welles came to the Riviera to present his film "Othello" at the Cannes Film Festival. He received the "Palme d’Or" for the film. The film, at present a "classique", was vilified by most of the critics. Monte Carlo 1952.
In a dark suit and bow tie, Orson Welles stands before the Casino in Monte Carlo, 1952. He was on the Riviera to present his film "Othello" at the Cannes Film Festival, for which he received the Palme d’Or. Initially vilified by critics, the film is now considered a classic. In this candid street scene, framed by palm trees and a vintage car with its chauffeur nearby, Welles holds some papers and offers a slight smile to the camera.
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