CARRIE (1976) Daybill Movie Poster, Brian de Palma, 70s Horror, VF
Size AU Daybill Post-War (13" x 30")
CARRIE (1976) Daybill Movie Poster – Sissy Spacek, Piper Laurie, John Travolta – Directed by Brian De Palma – Iconic 70s Horror Classic Movie Poster Condition Condition: This Australian Daybill...
CARRIE (1976) Daybill Movie Poster – Sissy Spacek, Piper Laurie, John Travolta – Directed by Brian De Palma – Iconic 70s Horror Classic
Movie Poster Condition
Condition: This Australian Daybill Movie Poster presents in Very Fine condition. Featuring two standard daybill folds, one extra horizontal light fold near above top fold, and one small pin hole in each of the four corners in the white border, these minor imperfections do little to detract from its overall aesthetic. Impressively preserved for its age, this Carrie movie poster would see nearly all flaws disappear if professionally linen backed, enhancing its display value.
If you are a collector of vintage horror memorabilia, this poster is a prime example from the 1970s, with an evocative design that captures the essence of Brian De Palma’s vision. The artwork, characteristic of Australian daybills, exudes both nostalgia and authentic period style, making it a striking centrepiece for any film enthusiast's collection.
Movie Synopsis
Carrie (1976) is a groundbreaking horror film that melds the supernatural with the emotional turbulence of adolescence. Based on Stephen King’s acclaimed debut novel and superbly directed by Brian De Palma, the story centres around Carrie White, portrayed by the mesmerising Sissy Spacek. Carrie is a shy, sheltered teenage girl, mercilessly bullied at school and stifled by her fanatically religious mother, Margaret White (played with intensity by Piper Laurie). The narrative captures the crescendo of her suffering until Carrie discovers her own powerful telekinetic abilities, which ultimately erupt in supernatural revenge following a particularly traumatic high-school prank.
The screenplay, crafted by Lawrence D. Cohen, remains faithful to King’s original text while weaving in De Palma’s signature atmospheric tension. Spacek’s performance as Carrie is both vulnerable and haunting, earning her an Academy Award nomination. Equally impressive is Piper Laurie, whose overbearing maternal figure has become iconic in horror cinema, also receiving a nomination for her role.
The supporting cast is a highlight, featuring Amy Irving as the well-meaning Sue Snell, Nancy Allen as the venomous Chris Hargensen, and William Katt as the compassionate Tommy Ross. John Travolta, early in his career, delivers a memorable turn as Billy Nolan, Chris’s reckless boyfriend. Their interconnected narratives drive the film’s escalating suspense and set the scene for one of horror cinema’s most unforgettable climaxes.
Behind the scenes, De Palma used split screen and innovative camera techniques to deliver scenes that still astonish audiences today. Pino Donaggio’s unsettling score heightens every chilling moment, contributing to the film’s lasting impact in popular culture.
Carrie is more than just a horror film; it is a poignant social commentary on isolation, cruelty, and the devastating consequences of unchecked bullying. Its influence can be seen in countless later genre films, and it launched a franchise, as well as inspiring remakes and adaptations. The film’s perfect blend of drama and horror ensures its status as a must-own for enthusiasts, and this original Daybill poster is the ideal piece to commemorate its legacy. If you are seeking to own a piece of horror history, this original Australian Carrie movie poster is an exceptional find.
To find out more about CARRIE (1976) 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.