{"product_id":"operation-thunderbolt-raid-on-entevbbe-1978-movie-poster-daybill","title":"OPERATION THUNDERBOLT, RAID ON ENTEBBE (1978) Movie Poster, Daybill","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperation Thunderbolt, Raid on Entebbe (1978) Movie Poster Daybill, Starring Charles Bronson, Peter Finch, Directed by Ivan Kirshner is in Very 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: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Australian Daybill Movie Poster \u003c\/strong\u003eis presented as \u003cstrong\u003eVery Fine+\u003c\/strong\u003e condition with 2 Daybill Folds, no other issues apart from (GY and an extra Y) stamp on the poster for New Zealand theatres therefore we have marked it as Very Fine+ if not for the stamp we would have marked it as VeryFine\/Near Mint condition. This poster is currently stored folded and will be shipped in an \u003cstrong\u003eacid free archival polyproplene bag\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003eacid free archival backing board\u003c\/strong\u003e. As an authentic Australian daybill produced for regional cinema use, this poster represents a scarce international format that is increasingly difficult to source. Daybills were printed in limited quantities and used briefly during theatrical runs, making them highly desirable among collectors of \u003cstrong\u003ewar films\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003epolitical thrillers\u003c\/strong\u003e and historically themed cinema memorabilia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovie Synopsis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperation Thunderbolt\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known internationally as \u003cstrong\u003eRaid on Entebbe (1978)\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a tense and dramatic war thriller based on the real-life Israeli military rescue mission carried out in July 1976. Directed by \u003cstrong\u003eMenahem Golan\u003c\/strong\u003e, the film recounts the extraordinary events surrounding the hijacking of Air France Flight 139 by Palestinian and German terrorists, who diverted the aircraft to Entebbe Airport in Uganda. The hostages, many of whom were Israeli or Jewish, were held under the protection of Ugandan dictator Idi Amin, creating an international crisis that captured global attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe film stars \u003cstrong\u003eCharles Bronson\u003c\/strong\u003e as Brigadier General Dan Shomron, the commander of the daring rescue operation, with \u003cstrong\u003ePeter Finch\u003c\/strong\u003e delivering a powerful performance as Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin. Supporting roles are filled by \u003cstrong\u003eMartin Balsam\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eHorst Buchholz\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eLinda Blair\u003c\/strong\u003e, who portray a mix of military personnel, political leaders and civilians caught in the unfolding crisis. The screenplay was written by \u003cstrong\u003eErnest Gann\u003c\/strong\u003e, drawing heavily on documented events and eyewitness accounts to provide a gripping dramatisation of the mission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe narrative follows the intense political debate within Israel as leaders weigh the risks of negotiating with terrorists against the near-impossible task of mounting a long-range military rescue deep inside hostile territory. As the clock ticks down, elite Israeli commandos prepare for an audacious overnight assault involving deception, precision and overwhelming speed. The film’s second half focuses on the execution of the mission itself, highlighting the bravery, sacrifice and strategic ingenuity required to free the hostages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReleased only two years after the actual events, \u003cstrong\u003eOperation Thunderbolt\u003c\/strong\u003e was one of the first major motion pictures to dramatise the Entebbe raid. It was shot partly on location in Israel and features realistic military staging that adds to its documentary-style authenticity. The film received an Academy Award nomination for Best Foreign Language Film, underscoring its international impact and historical significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, the movie is regarded as an important entry in the canon of \u003cstrong\u003ebased-on-true-events war films\u003c\/strong\u003e and Cold War–era political cinema. This original Australian daybill movie poster is a compelling collectible for enthusiasts of \u003cstrong\u003emilitary history\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eIsraeli defence forces films\u003c\/strong\u003e and rare international movie posters from the late 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt0076594\/\" title=\"Operation Thunderbolt \/ Raid on Entebbe (1978) - to find out more about the movie, posters, and movie trailers, go to IMDB.com\"\u003eTo find out more about Operation Thunderbolt \/ Raid on Entebbe (1978) 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":40858839154752,"sku":"OPTNTHNDBTRTE-78-AUSOS-FLD","price":59.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/7699\/8464\/files\/OperationThunderbolt_RaidonEntebbe_1978_DaybillVF-NM.webp?v=1768277878","url":"https:\/\/moviepostersaustralia.com\/products\/operation-thunderbolt-raid-on-entevbbe-1978-movie-poster-daybill","provider":"Movie Posters Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}