Home Theater Movie Star Mural, 100′ x 7′, 2006
Private Residence, Lincoln, Rhode Island
Charles C. Clear III & Bonnie Lee Turner
This larger-than-life mural transforms the walls of a high-end home theater into a star-studded homage to Hollywood’s golden age and beyond. Spanning an impressive 100 feet, the mural features a dazzling array of movie legends—many of whom have won Academy Awards—capturing the magic of cinema through an after-Oscar party scene.
In this scene from the mural, Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman share a cocktail, lost in each other’s gaze. Nearby, Katherine Hepburn leans on the table with her hand on her chin, a playful smile on her face as she observes the lovebirds. In the foreground, Spencer Tracy, her long-time secret lover, gazes directly at the viewer, creating an intriguing tension. In the background, the doomed lovers from Titanic, Jack and Rose, are captured in a tender moment, while Pierce Brosnan shares a drink with a distracted Charlton Heston, who remains in his Ben Hur attire:
The mural showcases nearly 80 portraits of iconic movie stars, carefully selected by the homeowners, each immortalized in the role that made them unforgettable. The stars from Hollywood’s early days are depicted in black and white, adding to the timeless feel and reinforcing the nostalgic aura of cinema’s golden era.
The mural’s narrative takes an interesting twist with a tribute to iconic mobsters from film and television. Here Tony Soprano and Uncle Junior engage in a heated conversation, while behind them, the Godfather Vito Corleone receives a whisper in his ear, and the gun on the table ominously points at Fredo. In the foreground, Tony Montana is smoking two cigars to symbolize his insatiable greed and ambition:
Every scene in this mural is thoughtfully composed, blending iconic moments from Hollywood’s storied past with moments of dramatic flair and subtle humor. The artistry extends beyond the portraits of these legendary figures; all the columns between the panels and the grand entryway are marbled to perfection, adding texture and depth to the entire theater space.
Completed in the summer of 2006, this mural is a visual feast of intricate portraits, exceptional attention to detail, and a playful, cinematic spirit that brings the magic of the movies right into the home.
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