{"product_id":"st-elmos-fire-1985-movie-poster-original-vintage-daybill","title":"ST ELMO'S FIRE (1985) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eST. ELMO'S FIRE (1985) Original Vintage Daybill Movie Poster, Starring \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmilio Estevez, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRob Lowe, Demi Moore, Judd Nelson, Ally Sheedy, Andrew McCarthy, Directed by Joel Schumacher is in Very Fine+ Condition.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\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\u003e This\u003cstrong\u003e Original Daybill, Movie Poster is presented in Very Fine+ condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, 2 Daybill folds as issued, a little handling wear, and a stain from the back that shows through but only in the border on the left hand bottom side otherwise this poster presents in excellent condition with a colourful clean presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal vintage Australian daybill movie poster\u003c\/strong\u003e promotes St. Elmo's Fire (1985), the iconic coming-of-age drama that helped define the spirit and style of 1980s Hollywood. Featuring a memorable ensemble cast and the emotional struggles of young adulthood, this original theatrical poster is an appealing collectible for fans of classic drama films, the Brat Pack and \u003cstrong\u003e1980s movie memorabilia\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its colourful presentation and authentic period character make it a distinctive addition to a collection of vintage Australian movie posters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovie Synopsis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSt. Elmo's Fire (1985)\u003c\/strong\u003e is an American coming-of-age drama directed by \u003cstrong\u003eJoel Schumacher\u003c\/strong\u003e and written by Schumacher and Carl Kurlander. The film follows a close-knit group of friends who have recently graduated from Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., as they navigate the uncertain transition from student life to adulthood. Their shared history gives them a strong sense of identity, but careers, relationships, personal ambitions and unexpected setbacks begin to test their friendships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ensemble cast features \u003cstrong\u003eRob Lowe\u003c\/strong\u003e as Billy Hicks, a talented but irresponsible saxophone player struggling to balance his musical ambitions with his responsibilities as a husband and father. \u003cstrong\u003eEmilio Estevez\u003c\/strong\u003e plays Kirby Keger, an aspiring lawyer whose romantic idealism leads him to pursue an older medical student he once admired. \u003cstrong\u003eAndrew McCarthy\u003c\/strong\u003e portrays Kevin Dolenz, a thoughtful writer who struggles to express his feelings and find direction in his personal life. Their different personalities reveal the challenges of growing up when youthful expectations collide with reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDemi Moore\u003c\/strong\u003e stars as Jules Van Patten, an impulsive and troubled young woman who attempts to maintain an extravagant lifestyle while dealing with emotional difficulties. \u003cstrong\u003eAlly Sheedy\u003c\/strong\u003e plays Leslie Hunter, an ambitious architect who is in a long-term relationship with Alec Newbury, portrayed by \u003cstrong\u003eJudd Nelson\u003c\/strong\u003e. Leslie expects their relationship to progress towards marriage, but Alec's career ambitions and personal choices create uncertainty about their future together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompleting the central group is Wendy Beamish, played by \u003cstrong\u003eMare Winningham\u003c\/strong\u003e, a caring and intelligent woman who works with disadvantaged children. Wendy comes from a wealthy family but struggles to establish her independence and define her identity beyond the expectations placed upon her. Her romantic interest in Billy creates another complicated relationship within the friendship circle, highlighting the emotional consequences of dishonesty and unfulfilled promises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMuch of the film's drama unfolds around the friends' regular gatherings at St. Elmo's Bar, a Georgetown establishment that serves as their informal headquarters. Here they celebrate achievements, argue about relationships, share disappointments and attempt to make sense of their changing lives. The bar becomes a symbol of the familiar university world they are reluctant to leave behind, even as adulthood demands greater responsibility and independence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the story progresses, each character confronts a different version of the same dilemma: how to become an adult without losing the identity and friendships that once provided security. Alec faces difficult choices involving loyalty and ambition, while Leslie questions whether love is enough to sustain a relationship when trust begins to break down. Kirby's romantic pursuit forces him to distinguish genuine affection from an idealised fantasy, and Kevin must confront his own reluctance to be honest about his feelings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeanwhile, Jules' increasingly reckless behaviour reveals the vulnerability hidden beneath her confident exterior. Her financial difficulties and emotional instability demonstrate that independence can be more complicated than simply appearing successful. Wendy's patience and compassion are tested as she tries to support her friends while pursuing a life of her own. Together, these storylines explore friendship, love, jealousy, responsibility and the fear of growing apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirector Joel Schumacher gives the film a distinctly mid-1980s atmosphere, combining fashionable costumes, expressive performances and a memorable soundtrack with the emotional uncertainty of young adulthood. The screenplay draws on the experiences of recent graduates who find that leaving university does not automatically provide answers about careers, relationships or personal fulfilment. Instead, the characters must learn through mistakes, difficult conversations and the consequences of their own decisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe film became closely associated with the \u003cstrong\u003eBrat Pack\u003c\/strong\u003e, the informal label given to a group of young actors who appeared in several influential teen and coming-of-age films during the 1980s. Its cast, including Rob Lowe, Demi Moore, Emilio Estevez, Andrew McCarthy and Judd Nelson, helped establish the film as a defining example of the era's ensemble dramas. The soundtrack, particularly its use of contemporary pop music, also contributed to its enduring nostalgic appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSt. Elmo's Fire\u003c\/strong\u003e remains a recognisable portrait of friendship and uncertainty during the transition into adulthood. For collectors, this \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal 1985 movie poster\u003c\/strong\u003e represents an important piece of 1980s film culture, making it an attractive addition to collections of Brat Pack memorabilia, classic Hollywood drama posters and vintage Australian daybills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"St. Elmo's Fire (1985) - to find out more about the movie, posters, and movie trailers, go to IMDB.com\" href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt0090060\/\"\u003eTo find out more about St. Elmo's Fire (1985) 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":41463086874688,"sku":"STELMOSFIRE-85-DB-FLD-PB","price":149.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/7699\/8464\/files\/StElmo_sFire_1985_VF.webp?v=1793073987","url":"https:\/\/moviepostersaustralia.com\/products\/st-elmos-fire-1985-movie-poster-original-vintage-daybill","provider":"Movie Posters Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}