THE WAY WE WERE (1973) Movie Poster, Original Daybill, Robert Redford
Size AU Daybill Post-War (13" x 30")
THE WAY WE WERE (1973) Movie Poster, Original Daybill, Starring Robert Redford, Barbra Streisand, Bradford Dillman & Lois Chiles, Directed by Sydney Pollack is in Fine Condition. Movie Poster and...
THE WAY WE WERE (1973) Movie Poster, Original Daybill, Starring Robert Redford, Barbra Streisand, Bradford Dillman & Lois Chiles, Directed by Sydney Pollack is in Fine Condition.
Movie Poster and Condition.
Condition: This poster is presented in Fine condition, 2 Daybill folds as issued, some staining on the top corners and on the 2nd fold on the right hand side, pin holes in each corner and an extra fold in the middle with a couple of paper holes in the fold, a paper dent at the top and a folded out dog ear on left top corner. (see pics for more details). This original Australian Daybill movie poster is an authentic cinema-issued poster from the film's original 1973 theatrical release. A highly desirable collectible, it celebrates one of Hollywood's most acclaimed romantic dramas and remains a sought-after piece for collectors of Robert Redford, Barbra Streisand, classic cinema and original vintage movie posters.
Movie Synopsis
The Way We Were (1973) is one of the defining romantic dramas of the 1970s, pairing two of Hollywood's biggest stars, Barbra Streisand and Robert Redford, in a moving story about love, politics and the passage of time. Directed by Academy Award-winning filmmaker Sydney Pollack and written by celebrated screenwriter Arthur Laurents, the film explores how personal beliefs, ambition and changing social landscapes can shape even the strongest relationships.
The story begins during the years leading up to the Second World War, when outspoken political activist Katie Morosky (Barbra Streisand) meets the charismatic and carefree Hubbell Gardiner (Robert Redford) while attending college. Despite their vastly different personalities and world views, the two form a deep connection. Katie is fiercely intelligent, passionate and politically engaged, while Hubbell is a gifted writer from a privileged background who prefers avoiding conflict whenever possible.
As the years pass, their relationship develops through wartime, marriage and the rapidly changing social climate of post-war America. While their love for one another remains genuine, the differences that first attracted them gradually become obstacles. Katie's uncompromising ideals frequently clash with Hubbell's desire for a quieter, less confrontational life, creating emotional conflicts that neither can fully overcome. Their story becomes a touching exploration of whether love alone can sustain a relationship when personal values and ambitions pull two people in different directions.
The film features memorable supporting performances from Bradford Dillman, Lois Chiles, Patrick O'Neal and Viveca Lindfors, all contributing to the rich emotional landscape surrounding the central romance. Director Sydney Pollack masterfully balances intimate character moments with sweeping historical events, creating a film that feels both deeply personal and universally relatable.
One of the film's greatest achievements is its unforgettable musical score. The title song, "The Way We Were", performed by Barbra Streisand and composed by Marvin Hamlisch with lyrics by Alan and Marilyn Bergman, became an international hit and won the Academy Award for Best Original Song. Hamlisch also received the Oscar for his magnificent musical score, helping cement the film's lasting place in cinematic history.
Released to critical and commercial success, The Way We Were earned numerous Academy Award nominations and has since become one of the most beloved romantic films ever produced. The chemistry between Streisand and Redford remains one of Hollywood's most memorable screen pairings, while the film continues to resonate with audiences through its thoughtful exploration of love, compromise, identity and the sacrifices people make throughout life.
Today, The Way We Were (1973) enjoys enduring popularity among collectors of classic Hollywood cinema. Original Australian Daybill posters from the film are increasingly difficult to locate in collectible condition, making this authentic cinema poster an excellent acquisition for fans of Robert Redford, Barbra Streisand, award-winning romantic dramas and original vintage movie posters from the 1970s.
To find out more about The Way We Were (1973) 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.