MY GEISHA (1962) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill, Shirley MacLaine
Size AU Daybill Post-War (13" x 30")
MY GEISHA (1962) Movie Poster, Original, RARE, Vintage Daybill, Shirley MacLaine, Yves Montand, Edward G. Robinson, Directed by Jack Cardiff is in Very Fine Condition. Movie Poster and Condition. Condition:...
MY GEISHA (1962) Movie Poster, Original, RARE, Vintage Daybill, Shirley MacLaine, Yves Montand, Edward G. Robinson, Directed by Jack Cardiff is in Very Fine Condition.
Movie Poster and Condition.
Condition: This poster is presented in Fine+ condition with 2 Daybill Folds as issued, neat pin holes in each corner, foxing mark on the bottom of the poster in the white border, and a foxing mark on the left hand side just below the 1st fold, and 2 very small pin holes in the 1st fold, otherwise this poster is in great condition with vibrant colours. This authentic RARE Original Vintage Australian Daybill for MY GEISHA (1962) remains a beautiful and highly collectable piece of classic Hollywood cinema memorabilia. The poster displays attractive presentation qualities and retains excellent visual appeal for collectors of vintage movie posters, romantic comedies, and fans of Academy Award-winning actress Shirley MacLaine. Australian Daybill posters are especially sought after worldwide for their unique size and limited theatrical distribution, making this an appealing addition to any serious movie poster collection.
Movie Synopsis
MY GEISHA (1962) is a charming and sophisticated romantic comedy directed by acclaimed cinematographer and filmmaker Jack Cardiff. Best known for his visually stunning work on films such as The Red Shoes and Black Narcissus, Cardiff brought a lavish and colourful visual style to this entertaining comedy starring Shirley MacLaine, Yves Montand, and legendary actor Edward G. Robinson.
The film centres around Lucy Dell, played by Shirley MacLaine, a successful Hollywood actress married to respected film director Paul Robaix, portrayed by Yves Montand. Paul is determined to establish himself as a serious filmmaker and wishes to avoid accusations that his wife receives roles through favouritism. As a result, he intentionally refuses to cast Lucy in his latest production, a prestigious adaptation of the opera Madame Butterfly, which is being filmed in Japan.
Determined to prove both her acting ability and loyalty to her husband, Lucy secretly travels to Japan with the help of movie producer Sam Lewis, played by Edward G. Robinson. Through elaborate makeup and traditional styling, Lucy disguises herself as a young Japanese geisha and successfully auditions for a role in the production without her husband recognising her true identity. This clever premise leads to a series of humorous misunderstandings, romantic complications, and heartfelt moments as Lucy becomes increasingly entangled in her deception.
One of the film’s greatest strengths is the charismatic performance by Shirley MacLaine, whose comedic timing and emotional warmth carry the story beautifully. Her chemistry with Yves Montand adds depth to the romantic storyline, while Edward G. Robinson delivers a memorable supporting performance filled with wit and charm. The screenplay balances light comedy with thoughtful observations about marriage, identity, trust, and the pressures of fame within the Hollywood film industry.
An especially notable aspect of MY GEISHA is its lavish production design and stunning Japanese locations. The film was partially shot in Japan, giving audiences colourful scenery and authentic cultural settings rarely seen in Hollywood romantic comedies of the era. Director Jack Cardiff’s background as one of cinema’s most celebrated cinematographers is evident throughout the film, with vibrant colour photography and beautifully composed sequences enhancing the movie’s visual appeal.
The film also reflects the early 1960s fascination with international travel and cross-cultural storytelling that became increasingly popular during the period. While primarily remembered as a light-hearted romantic comedy, MY GEISHA (1962) has developed a loyal following among classic film fans who appreciate its glamorous production values, strong performances, and nostalgic Hollywood charm.
Today, original cinema posters for MY GEISHA, especially Australian Daybill editions, are becoming increasingly difficult to locate in collectable condition. This makes the poster an excellent acquisition for collectors of classic movie memorabilia, Shirley MacLaine fans, and enthusiasts of vintage Hollywood cinema.
To find out more about My Geisha (1962) 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.