THE TERRORISTS AKA RANSOM (1975) Movie Poster, Original Daybill
Size AU Daybill Post-War (13" x 30")
THE TERRORISTS AKA RANSOM (1975) Movie Poster, Original Daybill, starring Sean Connery, Ian McShane, John Quentin, directed by Caspar Wrede is in Very Fine+ Condition. Movie Poster and Condition. Condition: ....
THE TERRORISTS AKA RANSOM (1975) Movie Poster, Original Daybill, starring Sean Connery, Ian McShane, John Quentin, directed by Caspar Wrede is in Very Fine+ Condition.
Movie Poster and Condition.
Condition: . This authentic original daybill movie poster presents in Very Fine+ condition, with 2 Daybill folds as issued (with an extra fold above the 1st) and some paper handling otherwise in excellent condition. This poster from 1975 represents a fantastic piece of classic action-thriller cinema history. Produced for theatrical release, daybill posters were unique to Australia and are highly sought after by collectors worldwide. This poster from this era often features striking artwork and bold typography, making this a desirable item for fans of vintage film memorabilia and Sean Connery collectors.
Movie Synopsis
The Terrorists (1975), also known as Ransom, is a tense and gripping British action thriller directed by Caspar Wrede and based on the novel by Gordon Stevens. The film stars Sean Connery in a commanding lead role, supported by Ian McShane and John Quentin, delivering a suspense-filled story centred on terrorism, negotiation, and high-stakes crisis management.
The plot follows Captain Nils Tahlvik, played by Sean Connery, a determined and level-headed bomb disposal expert tasked with handling a dangerous hostage situation. A group of terrorists has taken control of a commercial airliner and threatens to detonate explosives unless their demands are met. As tensions escalate, authorities must carefully balance negotiation with decisive action, knowing that any misstep could result in catastrophic loss of life.
Connery’s portrayal of Tahlvik showcases a more grounded and realistic hero compared to his earlier roles, bringing a sense of calm authority and strategic thinking to the unfolding crisis. Meanwhile, Ian McShane adds depth to the narrative with a strong supporting performance, contributing to the film’s layered depiction of law enforcement and political pressure during a terrorist emergency.
The film stands out for its authentic approach to suspense, avoiding excessive spectacle in favour of a more procedural and psychological style. Director Caspar Wrede emphasises realism, drawing audiences into the intricate process of dealing with terrorism, from negotiation tactics to bomb disposal techniques. This grounded approach gives The Terrorists a distinctive tone compared to other action films of the 1970s.
Produced during a time when global concerns about terrorism were becoming more prominent, the film reflects the anxieties of its era, adding an extra layer of relevance and tension. Its alternative title, Ransom, highlights the central conflict and the moral dilemmas faced by authorities when confronted with life-or-death decisions.
Today, The Terrorists (1975) is regarded as an intriguing entry in Sean Connery’s diverse filmography and a noteworthy example of 1970s political thrillers. This original daybill poster captures the intensity and urgency of the film, making it a valuable collectible for enthusiasts of classic action cinema and vintage posters.
To find out more about The Terrorists (1975) 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.