THE NIGHT PORTER (1974) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill,
Condition Very Fine / Near Mint (9.0)
Size AU Daybill Post-War (13" x 30")
THE NIGHT PORTER (1974) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill starring Dirk Bogarde & Charlotte Rampling, directed by Liliana Cavani is in Very Fine/Near Mint Condition. Movie Poster and Condition Condition:...
THE NIGHT PORTER (1974) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill starring Dirk Bogarde & Charlotte Rampling, directed by Liliana Cavani is in Very Fine/Near Mint Condition.
Movie Poster and Condition
Condition: This Original Vintage unrestored Movie Poster is presented in Very Fine/Mint Condition with only some minor handling wear, otherwise in excellent condition. This poster is currently stored flat and will be rolled and carefully packed and shipped in a cylinder. This authentic Australian daybill is a striking example of 1970s arthouse cinema memorabilia, highly sought after by collectors of controversial and cult European films. The artwork reflects the film’s provocative tone and psychological intensity, making it a compelling display piece. As an unrestored original vintage movie poster, it retains its authentic character and crisp presentation, particularly desirable in such superb Very Fine/Mint condition.
Movie Synopsis
The Night Porter (1974) is a daring and deeply unsettling psychological drama directed by Italian filmmaker Liliana Cavani. Set in post-war Vienna, the film explores themes of trauma, obsession and power through the complex and disturbing relationship between former concentration camp inmate Lucia Atherton, portrayed by Charlotte Rampling, and her former SS officer tormentor, Maximilian Theo Aldorfer, played by Dirk Bogarde.
The story begins in 1957, where Max is working as a night porter in a grand Viennese hotel. Living a discreet life while secretly collaborating with a group of ex-Nazis attempting to evade justice, his past resurfaces when Lucia arrives at the hotel with her husband, a conductor. Their unexpected reunion reignites a psychologically charged and deeply controversial relationship that blurs the boundaries between victim and perpetrator. The film delves into the lingering scars of war, examining how memory and trauma can bind individuals together in destructive ways.
Dirk Bogarde delivers one of his most intense performances, portraying Max with unsettling restraint and emotional complexity. Charlotte Rampling’s fearless portrayal of Lucia became iconic, particularly in the film’s most talked-about scenes, which sparked international debate upon release. Cavani’s direction is uncompromising, refusing to offer easy moral judgements and instead presenting a stark meditation on guilt, complicity and the dark undercurrents of desire.
Upon its release, The Night Porter generated significant controversy due to its explicit themes and challenging subject matter. It was both criticised and defended by critics and scholars, yet it has endured as a landmark of European arthouse cinema. The film is often discussed alongside other boundary-pushing works of the 1970s that confronted audiences with uncomfortable historical and psychological truths. Its haunting atmosphere is heightened by Daniele Paris’s evocative score and the film’s shadowy, claustrophobic cinematography.
Today, The Night Porter (1974) is regarded as a bold and provocative exploration of post-war identity and moral ambiguity. It remains a significant entry in the canon of controversial cinema and continues to inspire discussion among film historians and cinephiles. This original Australian daybill captures the film’s enigmatic tone and is highly collectible among fans of Dirk Bogarde, Charlotte Rampling and international art films. As a piece of original 1974 movie poster history, it offers both aesthetic appeal and cultural significance, making it a valuable addition to any serious collection of vintage film memorabilia.
To find out more about The Night Porter (1974) 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.