Prompt:
A retro-inspired cinematic illustration, blending the dramatic, colorful styles of Karoly Grosz, Enzo Sciotti, & William Rose, reminiscent of mid-century horror movie posters & pulp covers. The artwork captures the eerie & suspenseful tone of classic films like Nosferatu & Cat People through expressive, painterly textures & dynamic lighting. A plain but striking woman is depicted in a moment of sheer terror. Her dark, brooding eyes are widened in fear, reflecting a paralyzing sense of dread. Her mouth is slightly agape, frozen in speechless horror. Her hair is parted down the middle and pulled tightly into a bun at the back, emphasizing the sharp contours of her face. She stands directly facing the viewer, framed by a window with her hands pressed firmly against the glass. Her fingers are spread, bracing herself against an unseen force beyond the window. Her pose & expression convey paralytic fear, as though frozen mid-motion. A ghostly blue light bathes her face & upper body, casting dramatic highlights & deep shadows. This lighting creates a luminous yet ominous glow, evoking the tinted chiaroscuro seen in classic movie posters. Shadows deepen around her hands & the edges of the composition, drawing the viewer’s focus to her anguished expression and tense posture. The background is minimal but atmospheric. Dark, heavy curtains with rich folds and lace trim frame the scene, creating a Gothic ambiance. Lace trim adds intricate texture without detracting from the central figure. The window reveals an impenetrable black void, reinforcing the sense of isolation & suspense. The composition emphasizes her figure & the framing of the window, for cinematic drama. Textures are painterly but polished, with subtle vintage-inspired details enhancing the retro aesthetic. The scene captures a moment of frozen terror, with an ominous, oppressive atmosphere. The lighting & muted blue palette, inspired by Karoly Grosz, Enzo Sciotti, William Rose, evoke the subject's intense horro
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