TARZAN GOES TO INDIA (1962) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill
Size AU Daybill Post-War (13" x 30")
TARZAN GOES TO INDIA (1962) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill starring Jock Mahoney, Leo Gordon, directed by John Guillermin is in Fine- Condition. Movie Poster and Condition. Condition: This original,...
TARZAN GOES TO INDIA (1962) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill starring Jock Mahoney, Leo Gordon, directed by John Guillermin is in Fine- Condition.
Movie Poster and Condition.
Condition: This original, vintage, unrestored Australian Daybill Movie Poster presents as Fine- condition, with 2 Daybill folds as issued, and several neat pin marks in each corner, paper crumpling at the top with a tear, there is some minor crumpling on the 1st and 2nd folds, paper loss on top left corner, and paper loss in the middle left hand side, some light marks, a couple of foxing spots on the back. This authentic Australian Daybill poster remains a highly collectible piece for fans of classic adventure cinema and Tarzan memorabilia. Despite its age-related wear, it still displays strong visual appeal and represents a genuine piece of 1960s film history, perfect for collectors seeking an original theatrical release poster.
Movie Synopsis
Tarzan Goes to India (1962) is an action-packed jungle adventure that transports the legendary ape-man far from his traditional African setting into the vibrant and dangerous landscapes of India. Starring Jock Mahoney as Tarzan, this instalment in the long-running franchise offers a fresh take on the iconic character while maintaining the thrilling spirit that audiences had come to love.
The story follows Tarzan as he is summoned to India by a desperate government official seeking help with a unique and urgent problem. A massive dam project is under threat due to a herd of elephants whose migratory path runs directly through the construction site. With tensions rising between human progress and the natural world, Tarzan is tasked with safely relocating the elephants before disaster strikes. What follows is a gripping tale of survival, courage, and respect for nature.
Directed by John Guillermin, known for his ability to craft engaging adventure films, the movie blends exotic locations with dynamic action sequences. Much of the film was shot on location in India, adding authenticity and visual richness rarely seen in earlier Tarzan films. This setting provides a unique backdrop, showcasing jungles, rivers, and wildlife that elevate the film’s cinematic appeal.
The supporting cast includes Leo Gordon, who plays a ruthless and greedy character intent on exploiting the situation for personal gain. His performance adds a layer of tension and conflict, contrasting Tarzan’s moral compass and deep connection with nature. The film also features notable performances from Indian actors, further grounding the story in its setting.
Interestingly, Jock Mahoney performed many of his own stunts, demonstrating impressive physicality and commitment to the role. His portrayal of Tarzan is more mature and grounded compared to earlier versions, focusing less on brute strength and more on intelligence and empathy. This evolution reflects changing audience expectations during the early 1960s.
Tarzan Goes to India stands out within the franchise for its environmental themes, highlighting the delicate balance between development and wildlife conservation—an issue that remains highly relevant today. The film combines action, drama, and a meaningful message, making it a memorable entry in the Tarzan series and a must-watch for fans of classic adventure films.
To find out more about Tarzan Goes to India (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.