THE FLY 2 (1989) Movie Poster, Original Daybill, Eric Stolz, HORROR
Size AU Daybill Post 80's (33 x 66 cm)
THE FLY 2 (1989) Movie Poster Original Daybill, Starring Eric Stolz & Daphne Zuniga, Directed by Chris Walas, Horror Sci-Fi Classic is in Near Mint Condition. Movie Poster and Condition....
THE FLY 2 (1989) Movie Poster Original Daybill, Starring Eric Stolz & Daphne Zuniga, Directed by Chris Walas, Horror Sci-Fi Classic is in Near Mint Condition.
Movie Poster and Condition.
Condition: This original, unrestored Australian Daybill Movie Poster presents as Near Mint condition, with 2 daybill folds as issued with no other issues present. This highly collectible Australian Daybill format is prized for its unique proportions and vibrant print quality, making it a standout piece for collectors of classic horror cinema memorabilia. The poster’s crisp imagery and excellent preservation ensure it will display beautifully whether framed or stored. As an original theatrical release poster from 1989, it represents an authentic piece of film history tied to the cult following of The Fly 2.
Movie Synopsis
The Fly 2 (1989) is a gripping sequel to David Cronenberg’s acclaimed body horror masterpiece, expanding the terrifying legacy of scientific experimentation gone wrong. Directed by Chris Walas, who previously worked as a special effects artist on the original film, the movie continues the chilling story with a new protagonist and even more disturbing transformations.
The film follows Martin Brundle, played by Eric Stolz, the son of Seth Brundle from the original story. Born from his father’s tragic experiment, Martin inherits a dangerous genetic condition that accelerates his growth and intelligence at an extraordinary rate. Raised within the confines of a powerful research corporation, Bartok Industries, Martin is both a scientific marvel and a prisoner of corporate ambition.
As Martin matures into adulthood in just a few short years, he becomes a brilliant scientist, continuing his father’s work on teleportation technology. Along the way, he forms a bond with Beth Logan, portrayed by Daphne Zuniga, a compassionate employee who begins to question the ethics of the organisation controlling Martin’s life. Their relationship adds emotional depth to the story, contrasting the cold, clinical environment surrounding them.
However, the darker side of Martin’s genetic inheritance soon reveals itself. He begins to experience horrifying physical changes, echoing the grotesque transformation that claimed his father. The film intensifies into a disturbing exploration of body horror, identity, and the consequences of unchecked scientific experimentation. With groundbreaking practical effects for its time, The Fly 2 delivers shocking and memorable scenes that have cemented its place in horror history.
Interestingly, the film is noted for its ambitious special effects work, pushing the boundaries of late-1980s prosthetics and animatronics. Director Chris Walas utilised his expertise to create visceral and realistic transformations, making the film a favourite among fans of practical horror effects. While differing in tone from its predecessor, the sequel has gained a loyal cult following for its emotional narrative and intense visual impact.
This original poster captures the eerie and unsettling tone of the film, making it a must-have for fans of 1980s horror films, science fiction thrillers, and collectors of authentic cinema memorabilia.
To find out more about The Fly 2 (1989) 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.