{"product_id":"the-hunter-1980-movie-poster-original-daybill-steve-mcqueen","title":"THE HUNTER (1980) Movie Poster, Original Daybill, Steve McQueen","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE HUNTER (1980) Movie Poster, Original Daybill, Starring Steve McQueen, Eli Wallach \u0026amp; Kathryn Harrold, Directed by Buzz Kulik 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\u003e This \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Daybill Movie Poster\u003c\/strong\u003e is presented in \u003cstrong\u003eVery Fine \u003c\/strong\u003eCondition, 2 Daybills as issued, a 1.5 cm tear on the bottom and a 1cm tear on the right hand side on the 2nd fold, some edgewear present on the top of the left, right hand side has some edgewear, with a tiny dog ear on left hand top corner which has been flattened out, otherwise it presents clean with no fading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovie Synopsis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Hunter (1980)\u003c\/strong\u003e is an action drama starring \u003cstrong\u003eSteve McQueen\u003c\/strong\u003e in the role of Ralph \"Papa\" Thorson, a real-life bounty hunter whose unusual profession takes him across America in pursuit of people who have skipped bail. Directed by \u003cstrong\u003eBuzz Kulik\u003c\/strong\u003e, the film follows a man whose old-fashioned methods and independent spirit seem increasingly out of place in a changing modern world. It was McQueen's final film released during his lifetime, giving this performance a particular place in the history of his celebrated screen career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThorson works for bail bondsmen, tracking down fugitives and returning them to face the courts. His work takes him from city streets and rundown neighbourhoods to rural highways, where every assignment brings a different challenge. Among the people he pursues is Tommy Price, played by \u003cstrong\u003eLeVar Burton\u003c\/strong\u003e, while other cases introduce a succession of colourful and sometimes dangerous characters. Thorson relies on instinct, experience and a willingness to get close to his quarry, often finding himself in situations that demand more than simply making an arrest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAway from the chase, Thorson is trying to maintain a personal life with his girlfriend Dotty, played by \u003cstrong\u003eKathryn Harrold\u003c\/strong\u003e. Their relationship is complicated by his restless temperament and his reluctance to embrace domestic responsibilities. Dotty is expecting a child, forcing Papa to consider a future that looks very different from the solitary life he has built around his work. His friend and fellow bondsman Ritchie Blumenthal, portrayed by \u003cstrong\u003eEli Wallach\u003c\/strong\u003e, provides a familiar connection to the world he knows, while \u003cstrong\u003eBen Johnson\u003c\/strong\u003e appears as Sheriff Strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story becomes more dangerous when Thorson discovers that a criminal he helped send to prison has developed a personal grudge against him. Threats turn into a serious attempt at revenge, and the hunter finds himself being hunted. This growing danger brings the film's fugitive-catching adventures together in a more personal confrontation. Thorson's determination and streetwise resourcefulness are tested as he tries to protect himself and those close to him.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe screenplay is credited to \u003cstrong\u003eTed Leighton\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePeter Hyams\u003c\/strong\u003e, and is based on Christopher Keane's book about the real Ralph \"Papa\" Thorson. The production drew on Thorson's remarkable career: producer Mort Engelberg became interested in his exploits after learning of the thousands of fugitives he had apprehended over several decades. Filming took place in and around Chicago, including locations in Joliet and Kankakee, as well as Southern California. The mixture of recognisable urban locations, practical action and character-driven storytelling gives the film an appealing, grounded quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRunning for approximately 97 minutes, \u003cstrong\u003eThe Hunter\u003c\/strong\u003e combines crime, drama, action and touches of dark humour. McQueen brings his trademark cool presence to a character who is both capable and stubborn, balancing tense pursuit sequences with quieter moments of uncertainty. For collectors, the film is also notable as \u003cstrong\u003eSteve McQueen's final released feature film\u003c\/strong\u003e, making original Australian daybill movie posters an appealing piece of film memorabilia. This original two-piece Australian daybill issue is a distinctive collectible from the closing chapter of one of Hollywood's most enduring screen careers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Hunter (1980) - to find out more about the movie, posters, and movie trailers, go to IMDB.com\" href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt0080907\/\"\u003eTo find out more about The Hunter (1980) 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":41474061893696,"sku":"THEHUNTER-88-DB-FLD-PB","price":49.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/7699\/8464\/files\/TheHunter_1980_DaybillVFCond.webp?v=1793672825","url":"https:\/\/moviepostersaustralia.com\/products\/the-hunter-1980-movie-poster-original-daybill-steve-mcqueen","provider":"Movie Posters Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}