{"product_id":"monkey-business-1931-movie-poster-re-release-vintage-daybill","title":"MONKEY BUSINESS (1931) Movie Poster, Re-Release Vintage Daybill","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMONKEY BUSINESS (1931) Movie Poster, Re-Release Vintage Daybill starring the Marx Brothers, Ginger Rogers, Thelma Todd and Harry Woods, directed by Norman Z. McLeod in Fine+ Condition.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovie Poster and Condition.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: This poster is presented in Fine+condition, 2 Daybill folds as issued, a small paper loss on the right bottom corner, a few black ink spots on the poster, fold paper wear on both fold lines and some minor edgewear and bumps.\u003c\/strong\u003e This authentic \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian re-release Daybill movie poster\u003c\/strong\u003e remains a highly desirable collectible for fans of classic comedy and vintage cinema memorabilia. The bright artwork, historical significance and original theatre-issued format make it an excellent addition to any collection featuring the \u003cstrong\u003eMarx Brothers\u003c\/strong\u003e, pre-Code Hollywood films or rare Australian movie posters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovie Synopsis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonkey Business (1931)\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most celebrated and energetic comedies from the legendary \u003cstrong\u003eMarx Brothers\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring \u003cstrong\u003eGroucho Marx, Harpo Marx, Chico Marx and Zeppo Marx\u003c\/strong\u003e at the peak of their creative powers. Directed by \u003cstrong\u003eNorman Z. McLeod\u003c\/strong\u003e and written by \u003cstrong\u003eS.J. Perelman, Will B. Johnstone and Arthur Sheekman\u003c\/strong\u003e, the film perfectly captures the anarchic humour that made the brothers international comedy icons during Hollywood's Golden Age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story begins aboard a transatlantic ocean liner where the four Marx Brothers are discovered hiding as stowaways. Without tickets or money, they use every trick imaginable to evade the ship's crew, leading to a string of brilliantly choreographed comic sequences filled with disguises, mistaken identities and physical comedy. Their attempts to remain hidden become increasingly outrageous as they outwit security officers while causing complete chaos throughout the luxury vessel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter reaching America, each brother becomes entangled in a fierce rivalry between competing gangsters. Wealthy businessman J. J. Bigelow, played by Harry Woods, finds himself caught between criminal factions while his daughter, portrayed by \u003cstrong\u003eThelma Todd\u003c\/strong\u003e, becomes involved in the unfolding mayhem. Meanwhile, \u003cstrong\u003eGinger Rogers\u003c\/strong\u003e, in one of her notable early screen performances before becoming a legendary dance partner to Fred Astaire, appears as Mary Helton, bringing charm and wit to the fast-paced story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many films of its era, \u003cstrong\u003eMonkey Business\u003c\/strong\u003e dispenses with elaborate musical numbers to focus almost entirely on rapid-fire dialogue, visual gags and relentless slapstick. Groucho delivers countless razor-sharp one-liners, Chico confuses everyone with his hilarious wordplay, Harpo performs his trademark silent mischief using props and expressive pantomime, while Zeppo serves as the comparatively straight-faced brother attempting to keep events under control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the film's most memorable scenes is the famous passport sequence, where each brother impersonates Maurice Chevalier in increasingly absurd fashion to fool immigration officers. Another standout moment features an unforgettable baseball game that descends into complete pandemonium, showcasing the inventive physical comedy that became synonymous with the Marx Brothers' films.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReleased during Hollywood's \u003cstrong\u003epre-Code era\u003c\/strong\u003e, the film benefited from fewer censorship restrictions than later productions, allowing its clever innuendo, satirical humour and fearless comic style to flourish. Produced by Paramount Pictures, the movie followed the success of \u003cstrong\u003eThe Cocoanuts\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eAnimal Crackers\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping establish the Marx Brothers as some of the most influential comedians in cinema history. Their unique blend of sophisticated verbal wit, surreal humour and anarchic storytelling would inspire generations of performers, from Mel Brooks and Woody Allen to modern comedy writers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian re-release Daybill movie poster\u003c\/strong\u003e represents an outstanding opportunity to own memorabilia connected with one of the defining comedies of early Hollywood. Original Australian Daybills have become increasingly sought after by collectors worldwide due to their distinctive size, unique artwork and comparatively limited survival rate. Whether you're a passionate collector of \u003cstrong\u003evintage movie posters\u003c\/strong\u003e, classic Hollywood memorabilia or a lifelong admirer of the Marx Brothers, this poster is a wonderful piece celebrating one of cinema's greatest comedy classics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt0022158\/\" title=\"Monkey Business (1931) - to find out more about the movie, posters, and movie trailers, go to IMDB.com\"\u003eTo find out more about Monkey Business (1931) click here to go to IMDB.com.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Notes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImages 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePostage, Insurance \u0026amp; Your Country Taxes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePostage 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).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Movie Posters Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41319031210048,"sku":"MNKYBSNS-31-DB-FLD","price":99.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/7699\/8464\/files\/MonkeyBusiness_1931_Fine_conditionDaybill.webp?v=1785137262","url":"https:\/\/moviepostersaustralia.com\/products\/monkey-business-1931-movie-poster-re-release-vintage-daybill","provider":"Movie Posters Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}