BULLET FOR A BADMAN (1964) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill
Size AU Daybill Post-War (13" x 30")
BULLET FOR A BADMAN (1964) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill, starring Audie Murphy, Darren McGavin & Ruta Lee, directed by R.G. Springsteen is presented in Very Fine Condition. Movie Poster...
BULLET FOR A BADMAN (1964) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill, starring Audie Murphy, Darren McGavin & Ruta Lee, directed by R.G. Springsteen is presented in Very Fine Condition.
Movie Poster and Condition.
Condition: This original, unrestored Australian Daybill Movie Poster presents as Very Fine condition, 2 Daybill folds as issued, with two light, small foxing spots left edge top fold and very neat staple holes four corners. This striking original 1964 Australian Daybill is a highly desirable piece for collectors of classic Western movie posters, offering authentic cinema history with excellent preservation. The Australian Daybill format is prized for its distinct size and often unique artwork when compared to international releases. While the specific poster artist is uncredited, the bold and dramatic design reflects the rugged tone of mid-century Westerns, capturing the tension and action that defined the genre during this era.
Movie Synopsis
"Bullet for a Badman" (1964) is a compelling Western film starring Audie Murphy, one of Hollywood’s most iconic Western heroes and a real-life war hero. Directed by R.G. Springsteen, the film blends action, drama, and moral conflict into a gripping frontier story that stands out among 1960s Westerns.
The story centres on Logan Keliher (Audie Murphy), a former outlaw who has turned his life around to become a respectable rancher. However, his past resurfaces when he is forced to confront Sam Ward (played by Darren McGavin), a ruthless outlaw leader and former associate. Complicating matters further, Sam is married to Logan’s ex-wife, Anita (portrayed by Ruta Lee), creating a tense emotional triangle that drives much of the film’s drama.
When Sam and his gang commit a bank robbery and are subsequently pursued by a posse, they kidnap Logan, forcing him to guide them through dangerous terrain. What follows is a suspenseful journey across harsh landscapes, where loyalties are tested and survival becomes uncertain. Logan must navigate not only the physical dangers of the frontier but also the psychological strain of facing his past mistakes and unresolved relationships.
Audie Murphy delivers a nuanced performance, portraying a man torn between his former life and his desire for redemption. His quiet intensity anchors the film, while Darren McGavin provides a strong counterbalance as the volatile and unpredictable antagonist. Ruta Lee adds emotional depth, portraying a woman caught between two very different men and the consequences of her choices.
The film is notable for its exploration of themes such as redemption, loyalty, and the blurred line between good and evil, elevating it beyond a standard action Western. Director R.G. Springsteen, known for his work in the genre, brings a steady hand to the storytelling, allowing character development to unfold alongside the film’s action sequences.
Shot against expansive natural backdrops, "Bullet for a Badman" captures the stark beauty of the American frontier while reinforcing the isolation and danger faced by its characters. The film’s pacing builds tension effectively, culminating in a dramatic and satisfying conclusion that reflects the moral complexities established throughout the story.
This film remains a standout for fans of classic Western cinema and collectors of vintage movie memorabilia, particularly those who appreciate Audie Murphy’s enduring legacy on screen. Its combination of action, character-driven storytelling, and atmospheric direction ensures its place as a memorable entry in the Western genre.
To find out more about Bullet for a Badman (1964) click here to go to IMDB.com.
Special Notes.
Images may have a small 'MPA' digital watermark and this does not appear on the poster. Posters are being held by magnets in the corners to take photographs, so you may see some magnet and shadows from the magnets in these areas. The magnets are not included in the sale of the item.
Postage, Insurance & Your Country Taxes
Postage costs are quoted for this item, include insurance up to AUD$100, but if you reside outside of Australia, the price does not include any import taxes/fees that you may be required to pay when the item reaches your borders. Please check with your local authorities for any additional taxes or fees. If you would like full insurance coverage for your purchase, please message me and I would be happy to quote the additional cost (estimate is AUD$2.50 p/AUD$100 or 2.5% of the item value, up to a maximum item value of AUD$5,000).
FAQ
At Movie Posters Australia, the love and conservation of movie posters comes first, and we like to share this passion. Our commitment to quality means we will provide high quality memorabilia to our customers. Posters are carefully chosen and authenticated to ensure originality and value. We want our customers to trust MPA, so we always try to be as open and transparent as we can, provide detailed condition information and images, to ensure customers are comfortable and confident in their purchase.
While the industry does have a few condition rating standards, there is no movie poster condition rating system that has become the accepted standard world wide. This unfortunately makes condition terms vary from movie poster dealer to movie poster dealer. Terms like Mint, Near Mint, Very Fine, Fine, Very Good, Good, Fair, Poor, seem to be universal to most condition rating standards, but most standards still lack definition about what and how many flaws/defects/damage defines a specific condition level. For more information on how Movie Posters Australia grades the condition of its movie posters, daybills, lobby cards and other ephemera please see out Movie Poster Condition and Grading page.
In the early days of cinema, posters were primarily hand-drawn and printed in various sizes, often tailored to fit the available space in theaters or promotional areas. In the United States, the "One Sheet" size (some times called '1 Sheet' or '1SH' approximately 27" x 41", became the standard during the 1930s. This size was manageable for theater display and suited the needs of a growing film industry.
Different countries developed their own poster sizes and styles, which also changed sometimes over the decades, and were influenced by local preferences and practical considerations, like available paper sheet sizes and how many posters could be printed on one sheet.
In Australia, the most popular size, the Daybill, has evolved over the decades. Australian Daybills sizes in chronological order are:
- Long Daybills (15" x 40"), from 1920's to pre-WW2 or pre-1941, were printed two to a sheet, longer than current Daybill versions. There were size variances in width from 14.5" to 15" and in height from 39.5" to 40".
- War Time Daybill (10" x 30"), during WW2, for a short time to conserve paper during a war time shortage, four Daybills were printed on one sheet. Information from Press Sheets also referred to these War-Time sizes as "New Size Daybills".
- Post-War Daybill (13" x 30"), this 13" x 30" Post-War size carried through until the 1980's, but also varied in size from 13"-14" x 29.75"-30.25".
- Post-80's Daybill (33cm x 66cm, or 13" x 26"), over a few years in the late 80's, the size changed again to a metric 33cm x 66cm, although these have also varied from 32-33cm x 64.5-66cm. New sizes from the late 80's were created, sometimes called a Mini Daybill or Mini Poster, in 9" x 12", 11" x 17" and 13" x 20".
In the UK, the somewhat unique 'Quad' poster, measuring 30" x 40", became popular, offering a larger landscape format that allowed for more elaborate designs.
In Japan, movie poster sizes were smaller, such as the "B2" (20" x 28"), which suited the more compact living environment of larger cities, smaller advertising spaces, and unique aesthetic sensibilities.
The 1970s and 1980s, witnessed the rise of the "six-sheet" (81" x 81") format, reflecting a trend towards larger and more visually impactful advertising.
Overall, the variation in movie poster sizes across different countries and decades highlights the interplay between technological printing advancements, paper resource availability, paper sheet size changes, cultural preferences, and the evolving nature of movie marketing.
At Movie Posters Australia we tag each poster we sell with a 'size' and 'condition' description at the very top of the page for our customers to easily see. There may however be some slight variations to sizes by up one inch due to variations in production and guillotine methods by printers over the decades.