CAPRICE (1967) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill, Doris Day
Size AU Daybill Post-War (13" x 30")
CAPRICE (1967) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill, Starring Doris Day, Richard Harris & Ray Walston, Directed by Frank Tashlin is in Very Fine condition. Movie Poster and Condition. Condition: This...
CAPRICE (1967) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill, Starring Doris Day, Richard Harris & Ray Walston, Directed by Frank Tashlin is in Very Fine condition.
Movie Poster and Condition.
Condition: This poster is presented in Very Fine condition, 2 Daybill folds as issued, paper dent flattened out on the 2nd fold on the left hand side, neat pin holes in each corner, another fold at the top of the poster which has been flattened out, with the word 'HAPRY' written in pen on the back (does not show through).
This original Australian Daybill remains an attractive and highly collectible example of authentic theatrical advertising from the late 1960s. The noted characteristics are consistent with careful cinema use and long-term storage while maintaining strong presentation qualities. Importantly, the pen notation on the reverse does not affect front display. Original folded Daybills are increasingly sought after by collectors due to their distinctive Australian format and connection to original cinema exhibition. This poster would make an excellent addition for collectors of Doris Day memorabilia, vintage movie posters and classic comedy film collectibles.
Movie Synopsis
Caprice (1967) is a stylish blend of romantic comedy, spy adventure and colourful 1960s pop cinema, showcasing Doris Day in one of her more unusual and playful screen roles. Directed by Frank Tashlin, a filmmaker celebrated for his bold visual style and comedic timing, the film combines glamour, espionage and light-hearted intrigue into a distinctly entertaining experience from the era.
The story follows Patricia Foster, played by Doris Day, an intelligent and ambitious industrial designer working within the competitive world of cosmetics development. Patricia specialises in creating innovative beauty products and becomes caught in a high-stakes battle between rival companies attempting to gain commercial advantage through secrecy, espionage and corporate sabotage.
When a valuable cosmetic formula becomes the focus of competing interests, Patricia finds herself unexpectedly involved in a fast-moving world of undercover operations, international intrigue and mistaken identities. Rather than retreating from the increasingly bizarre situations surrounding her, she embraces the challenge and begins navigating a series of unpredictable encounters that move the story far beyond a traditional romantic comedy.
Adding further complication is the arrival of Christopher White, portrayed by Richard Harris, whose intentions remain uncertain throughout much of the film. Patricia is never entirely sure whether she can trust him, creating a dynamic mix of romantic tension and comic uncertainty. Supporting performances from Ray Walston, Jack Kruschen and Edward Mulhare add additional humour and energy to the unfolding events.
Unlike many films associated with Doris Day’s career, Caprice embraced contemporary 1960s trends, incorporating elements inspired by the popularity of international spy films and fashionable “swinging sixties” aesthetics. The production features vibrant costume design, colourful set decoration and stylised visual compositions that reflect the changing tastes of cinema audiences during the decade.
Director Frank Tashlin brought a distinctive visual approach to the project, drawing on his background in animation and broad screen comedy. His direction gives the film a polished, exaggerated energy that helps separate it from more conventional romantic comedies of the period.
The screenplay cleverly mixes workplace competition with playful espionage themes, creating a film that remains both nostalgic and entertaining. While not as widely discussed as some of Doris Day’s earlier successes, Caprice has developed appreciation among collectors and classic film enthusiasts for its distinctive style and unique position within her filmography.
Today, Caprice (1967) is remembered as an enjoyable example of mid-century Hollywood entertainment and remains popular with collectors of original movie posters, 1960s cinema memorabilia and fans of Doris Day’s enduring screen legacy. This original Australian Daybill poster represents an authentic piece of cinematic history from one of the most recognisable stars of the twentieth century.
To find out more about Caprice (1967) 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.