HEIDI (1968) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill, Maximilian Schell
Size AU Daybill Post-War (13" x 30")
HEIDI (1968) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill starring Maximilian Schell, Jennifer Edwards and Michael Redgrave, directed by Delbert Mann is in Fine+ Condition. Movie Poster and Condition. Condition: This poster...
HEIDI (1968) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill starring Maximilian Schell, Jennifer Edwards and Michael Redgrave, directed by Delbert Mann is in Fine+ Condition.
Movie Poster and Condition.
Condition: This poster is presented in Fine+ condition with 2 Daybill folds as issued, several pin holes in each corner and a foxing mark next the "The" at the top of poster and a small adgewear on the right hand on the 2nd fold, printed on heavier paper, bearing this in mind this poster remains in excellent condition. This authentic Original Australian Daybill movie poster for HEIDI (1968) remains a highly appealing and collectible example of vintage family film memorabilia from the late 1960s. Despite minor signs of theatrical use and age, the poster still displays extremely well and retains strong colour and presentation appeal. Australian Daybill posters are particularly sought after by collectors worldwide for their unique format, rarity, and connection to original cinema exhibition history. This poster would make a wonderful display piece for collectors of classic family movies, literary adaptations, and vintage cinema advertising.
Movie Synopsis
HEIDI (1968) is a heartwarming family drama based on the beloved classic children’s novel written by Johanna Spyri. Directed by Academy Award-winning filmmaker Delbert Mann, the film presents a touching and visually beautiful adaptation of one of the most enduring stories in children’s literature. Combining emotional storytelling, memorable performances, and stunning alpine scenery, the production remains a cherished favourite among audiences who appreciate timeless family entertainment.
The story follows young orphan Heidi, played by Jennifer Edwards, who is sent to live with her reclusive grandfather high in the Swiss Alps. Initially feared by the local villagers due to his solitary lifestyle and stern personality, Heidi’s grandfather gradually develops a deep and loving bond with the spirited young girl. Heidi quickly adapts to mountain life, embracing the beauty of nature, the companionship of local goatherd Peter, and the freedom of living in the countryside.
However, Heidi’s peaceful life is disrupted when she is taken away to the city of Frankfurt to serve as a companion to Clara, a wealthy young girl confined to a wheelchair. Although Heidi and Clara develop a close friendship, Heidi struggles with homesickness and longs to return to her beloved mountains and grandfather. The emotional contrast between the restrictive city environment and the freedom of the Alps becomes one of the film’s most powerful themes, highlighting ideas of family, kindness, healing, and belonging.
The film stars acclaimed actor Maximilian Schell as Heidi’s grandfather, delivering a compassionate and emotionally layered performance. Schell, who won the Academy Award for Judgment at Nuremberg (1961), brought significant dramatic depth and international prestige to the production. Veteran British actor Michael Redgrave also appears in the film, further strengthening the cast with his distinguished screen presence and classical acting style.
Director Delbert Mann, known for acclaimed productions such as Marty (1955), approached the material with warmth and sensitivity, ensuring the adaptation remained faithful to the emotional spirit of Spyri’s original novel. The movie beautifully captures the idyllic Swiss mountain landscapes, which play an important role in establishing the film’s comforting and uplifting atmosphere. The cinematography highlights rolling alpine meadows, rustic villages, and breathtaking natural scenery that continue to enchant viewers decades after the film’s release.
HEIDI (1968) was produced during a period when wholesome family entertainment remained a major part of international cinema and television programming. The story’s universal themes of compassion, resilience, innocence, and the restorative power of nature have allowed Heidi to endure across multiple generations and adaptations. The 1968 version is particularly admired for its sincere performances, traditional storytelling, and elegant production values.
Today, original posters from HEIDI (1968) are highly desirable among collectors of classic family film posters, literary adaptation memorabilia, and vintage cinema advertising. This genuine Australian Daybill represents a wonderful opportunity to own an authentic piece of cinema history connected to one of the world’s most beloved children’s stories.
To find out more about HEIDI (1968) 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.