THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS (1991) Movie Poster, Australian One Sheet
Size AU One Sheet (27" x 40")
THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS (1991) Movie Poster, Australian One Sheet starring Jodie Foster, Anthony Hopkins, directed by Jonathan Demme is in Very Fine+ Condition. Movie Poster and Condition. Condition:...
THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS (1991) Movie Poster, Australian One Sheet starring Jodie Foster, Anthony Hopkins, directed by Jonathan Demme is in Very Fine+ Condition.
Movie Poster and Condition.
Condition: This original, unrestored Australian One Sheet Movie Poster presents as very fine+ condition, with some cross fold wear, folded 3 horizontal, 1 vertical lines and slight handling wear. This authentic cinema-used poster is a highly sought-after collectible from one of the most iconic psychological thrillers of all time. The striking design captures the eerie tone of the film, making it a standout display piece for collectors of classic horror and thriller memorabilia. Printed for Australian theatrical release, this one sheet represents a genuine piece of film history and is ideal for framing.
Movie Synopsis
Released in 1991, The Silence of the Lambs is a groundbreaking psychological thriller that redefined the genre and remains one of the most critically acclaimed films in cinema history. Directed by Jonathan Demme and based on the novel by Thomas Harris, the film stars Jodie Foster as Clarice Starling, a determined young FBI trainee, and Anthony Hopkins in his unforgettable, Oscar-winning role as Dr. Hannibal Lecter.
The story follows Clarice Starling as she is assigned to assist in the capture of a serial killer known as Buffalo Bill, who abducts and murders young women. In an effort to understand the killer’s psyche, Clarice is sent to interview the brilliant yet terrifying Dr. Hannibal Lecter, a former psychiatrist and incarcerated cannibalistic murderer. What begins as a professional inquiry quickly evolves into a tense psychological battle, as Lecter manipulates Clarice while offering cryptic clues that may lead to Buffalo Bill’s capture.
The film is renowned for its intense character dynamics, particularly the chilling interplay between Clarice and Lecter. Despite limited screen time, Anthony Hopkins delivers a performance that has become legendary, earning him the Academy Award for Best Actor. Jodie Foster’s portrayal of Clarice is equally compelling, showcasing strength, vulnerability, and determination in a male-dominated profession.
The Silence of the Lambs achieved the rare distinction of winning all five major Academy Awards: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress, and Best Adapted Screenplay. Its success lies not only in its suspenseful narrative but also in its exploration of themes such as psychological manipulation, identity, and power. The film’s haunting score by Howard Shore and its stark, atmospheric cinematography further enhance its enduring impact.
Interestingly, the film was shot on a modest budget but became a massive commercial success, cementing its place in pop culture. Hannibal Lecter has since been ranked among the greatest villains in film history, and many of his lines have become instantly recognisable. Today, the film continues to influence modern thrillers and remains a must-watch for fans of crime, horror, and psychological drama.
To find out more about The Silence of the Lambs (1991) 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.