MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS (1974), US One Sheet Movie Poster
Size US One Sheet Pre '85 (27" x 41")
MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS (1974) Lauren Bacall, US One Sheet, NSS, Very Fine condition Movie Poster, Artist & Condition Richard Amsel was the talented artist responsible for creating the iconic...
MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS (1974) Lauren Bacall, US One Sheet, NSS, Very Fine condition
Movie Poster, Artist & Condition
Richard Amsel was the talented artist responsible for creating the iconic artwork featured on this illustrated poster, capturing the essence of the mystery and intrigue central to the story while also showcasing the ensemble cast of characters.
Light edgewear on the right hand side of poster, with small foxing on the top left hand side and 4 pinhole marks, one each corner in white border and presents in Very Fine condition.
Movie Synopsis
Murder on the Orient Express is a classic mystery film released in 1974, based on Agatha Christie's equally famous novel of the same name. Directed by Sidney Lumet, the film boasts an impressive ensemble cast that includes Albert Finney, Lauren Bacall, Ingrid Bergman, Jacqueline Bisset, Sean Connery, and Anthony Perkins, among others.
The story revolves around renowned detective Hercule Poirot, played by Albert Finney, who finds himself aboard the luxurious Orient Express train traveling from Istanbul to Calais. During the journey, one of the passengers, a wealthy American named Samuel Ratchett, is found murdered in his compartment. With the train halted by a snowdrift, Poirot takes on the task of unraveling the mystery and identifying the culprit among the eclectic group of passengers.
The film stays true to Agatha Christie's intricate plot and characterizations, capturing the essence of her beloved mystery novel. It received critical acclaim upon its release, particularly for Finney's portrayal of Poirot and Ingrid Bergman's performance as Greta Ohlsson, for which she won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress.
Murder on the Orient Express remains a standout adaptation of Christie's work, cherished by fans of both the author and the mystery genre. Its success led to subsequent adaptations and renewed interest in Hercule Poirot's adventures, solidifying its place as a classic in the realm of cinematic mysteries.
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Special Notes
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FAQ
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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. Long Daybills (pre-WW2 or pre-1941) measured 15" x 40" were printed two to a sheet. This changed in 1941 as a shortage of wood chip supply, and paper stock generally, 13" x 30" (often referred to as Post-War Daybill), and for a short time 10" x 30" (often referred to as the War-Time Daybill) where four Daybills could be printed on one sheet. Press Sheets also referred to these War-Time sizes as "New Size Daybills". This 13" x 30" Post-War Size carried through until the 1980's, where over a few years the size changed again to a metric 33cm x 66cm.
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.