JOY IN THE MORNING (1965) Movie Poster, Vintage Original Daybill
Size AU Daybill Post-War (13" x 30")
JOY IN THE MORNING (1965) Movie Poster Daybill, Vintage Original, Starring Richard Chamberlain, Yvette Mimieux, Directed by Alex Segal is in Very Fine+ Condition. Movie Poster and Condition. Condition: This...
JOY IN THE MORNING (1965) Movie Poster Daybill, Vintage Original, Starring Richard Chamberlain, Yvette Mimieux, Directed by Alex Segal is in Very Fine+ Condition.
Movie Poster and Condition.
Condition: This original, vintage, unrestored Daybill Movie Poster with vibrant colours and a clean presentation is in Very Fine+ Condition. This poster has the 2 Daybill folds as issued with a little yellowing on the first fold line, and a small bump on the left side towards the bottom corner otherwise its in excellent condition. This authentic Australian Daybill movie poster was originally printed for cinema display during the film’s theatrical release and represents a wonderful piece of 1960s film memorabilia. Australian Daybill posters are particularly desirable among collectors due to their unique format and comparatively small print runs. The artwork captures the romantic tone of the film and highlights the chemistry between its two stars, making it a striking and nostalgic piece of vintage Hollywood poster art that would complement any serious collection of classic movie posters.
Movie Synopsis
Joy in the Morning (1965) is a heartfelt romantic drama directed by Alex Segal and based on the popular autobiographical novel by acclaimed American writer Betty Smith, best known for her classic work A Tree Grows in Brooklyn. The film explores the emotional highs and challenges faced by a young married couple striving to build a life together despite financial struggles and the uncertainties of early adulthood.
The story follows Carl Brown, played by Richard Chamberlain, a determined and idealistic college student who marries his sweetheart Annie McGairy, portrayed by Yvette Mimieux. The couple’s decision to marry while Carl is still completing his studies immediately places them under pressure, as they must navigate the realities of living on a tight budget while pursuing their dreams.
After relocating to the university town where Carl attends college, Annie finds herself adjusting to a completely new environment. Their modest apartment and limited income present constant challenges, yet the couple’s love and optimism help sustain them through difficult moments. Annie must learn how to manage household responsibilities while supporting Carl’s academic ambitions, while Carl struggles with the pressure of balancing his studies, part-time work, and the responsibilities of married life.
The film beautifully portrays the emotional journey of young love, highlighting the small but meaningful moments that define relationships. As Carl and Annie face setbacks, misunderstandings, and the realities of adulthood, they also experience moments of joy, laughter, and hope that strengthen their bond.
Richard Chamberlain, who rose to fame in the hit television series Dr. Kildare, brings warmth and sincerity to the role of Carl, while Yvette Mimieux delivers a charming and heartfelt performance as Annie. Their on-screen chemistry gives the film its emotional core and helps audiences connect with the couple’s struggles and triumphs.
Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century America, Joy in the Morning reflects themes of perseverance, youthful optimism, and the enduring power of love. The film’s gentle storytelling and sincere performances make it a memorable example of the romantic dramas produced during the mid-1960s.
Today, Joy in the Morning (1965) remains appreciated by fans of classic cinema and collectors of vintage movie memorabilia. Original theatrical posters, particularly Australian Daybill editions, are increasingly sought after for their rarity and their connection to the golden era of Hollywood filmmaking.
To find out more about Joy in the Morning (1965) 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.