ON DEADLY GROUND (1994) Movie Poster, Original Daybill, Steven Segal
Size AU Daybill Post 80's (33 x 66 cm)
ON DEADLY GROUND (1994) Movie Poster Original Daybill starring Steven Seagal, Michael Caine, Joan Chen, directed by Steven Seagal is in Very Fine Condition. Movie Poster and Condition. Condition: This...
ON DEADLY GROUND (1994) Movie Poster Original Daybill starring Steven Seagal, Michael Caine, Joan Chen, directed by Steven Seagal is in Very Fine Condition.
Movie Poster and Condition.
Condition: This original, unrestored Australian Daybill Movie Poster presents as Very Fine condition, with 2 daybill folds as issued with some edgewear on the fold lines but otherwise in excellent condition. This genuine Australian Daybill movie poster is a fantastic piece of 1990s action film memorabilia, showcasing strong colour and clean imagery. The minor edgewear along the fold lines is consistent with theatrical handling and does not detract from the poster’s overall display quality. Retaining its original issued folds, this vintage cinema poster is an excellent collectible for fans of high-impact action films. While the poster artist is uncredited, the design reflects the bold, explosive visual style typical of 1990s Hollywood action releases.
Movie Synopsis
On Deadly Ground (1994) is a high-octane action thriller that also delivers a strong environmental message, marking the directorial debut of Steven Seagal, who also stars in the lead role. Known for his martial arts expertise and commanding screen presence, Seagal brings intensity and purpose to this story of corporate greed and environmental activism.
The film follows Forrest Taft (Steven Seagal), a rugged and skilled fire-fighting expert working for an oil company in Alaska. Taft is a man of few words but unwavering principles, and when he discovers that the corporation he works for is cutting corners on safety to maximise profits, he becomes increasingly suspicious. The company, led by the ruthless executive Michael Jennings, played by Michael Caine, is determined to push forward with a risky oil operation despite the potential for environmental disaster.
After a catastrophic explosion at an oil rig, Taft uncovers evidence of a massive cover-up involving faulty equipment and deliberate negligence. Determined to expose the truth, he goes on the run, pursued by corporate mercenaries intent on silencing him. Along the way, he allies with a local environmental activist, Masu, portrayed by Joan Chen, who helps him navigate the Alaskan wilderness and fight back against the powerful forces threatening the land.
On Deadly Ground stands out among action films of its era for its blend of explosive set pieces and a clear environmental conservation message. The film highlights issues such as oil pollution, corporate responsibility, and the protection of natural ecosystems, themes that were becoming increasingly relevant in the 1990s.
The action sequences are a hallmark of Seagal’s style, featuring intense hand-to-hand combat, dramatic chases, and large-scale explosions. At the same time, the film attempts to balance its action with moments of reflection on humanity’s relationship with nature, culminating in a memorable and passionate closing speech.
While critically divisive upon release, On Deadly Ground (1994) has gained a following among fans of classic 90s action cinema and those interested in films with a message. It represents a unique entry in Seagal’s filmography as both star and director.
This original 1994 Australian Daybill movie poster is a great collectible for enthusiasts of action movie memorabilia, offering a nostalgic connection to one of the decade’s distinctive action films.
To find out more about On Deadly Ground (1994) 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.