Batman: The Dark Knight Rises

"The Legend Ends"...Posters for Christopher Nolan's Batman franchise have always been of the highest quality and Ignition Print have certainly not disappointed with the First "Summer 2012" Advance Teaser for "The Dark Knight Rises". As Gotham's skyscrapers crumble and fall does this mirror the fate of a certain Dark Knight ? Enigmatiic and stylish. A foretaste of things to come...A great way to use a teaser poster ! This original rolled example displays superbly, probably unused and presented here in INVESTMENT GRADE condition.

To Catch a Thief

"For a moment he forgets he's a thief..and she forgets she's a lady!"...Classic scene card from a classic movie. This original 1955 US lobby card for Alfred Hitchcock's masterpiece "To Catch a Thief" features Cat burglar, John Robie (Cary Grant) perched on a roof ledge as an astonished audience of party goers looks up. Any paper from any Hitchcock film is exremely rare and sought after with this example coming from one of his greatest movies. A very rare piece of collectable Hitchcock movie memorabilia.

Shawshank Redemption, The

"Fear can hold you prisoner...Hope can set you free"...Instantly recognisable and now classic design by Intralink Film Graphic Design for this original and extremely rare Advance "This Fall" 1994 Country of origin US One sheet for Frank Darabont's "The Shawshank Redemption". The film (rightly so) has achieved legendary status since its first release appearing in nearly every top ten movie poll ever published. This stunning example is genuinely rare and one of the hardest modern movie posters to find (in any condition). This double sided example is rolled and in pretty much near perfect condition.

Batman: The Dark Knight Rises

"The Legend Ends"...Posters for Christopher Nolan's Batman franchise have always been of the highest quality and when independent publishers Mondo asked acclaimed alternative artist Olly Moss to design something special he didn't disappoint...“…for the first time in Mondo’s history, a print will be available to anyone and everyone who wants to purchase it. For 24 hours only, beginning at 12:01am CT on Wednesday, July 18, the regular edition of Olly Moss’ The Dark Knight Rises will be available for a full 24 hours at MondoTees.com. The final edition number will be set by the total number of people that purchase the print.”...This Limited Edition Hand Numbered (#2450/9350) original rolled example displays mint in INVESTMENT GRADE condition.

Cannes 65: Festival de Cannes 16-27 Mai 2012

On the occasion of its 65th anniversary, the Festival de Cannes pays tribute to Marilyn Monroe, selected as the icon of the 2012 Festival...Fifty years after her death, Marilyn is still a major figure in world cinema, an eternal icon, whose grace, mystery and power of seduction remain resolutely contemporary...Each of her screen appearances sparks the imagination...The Festival poster captures Marilyn by surprise in an intimate moment where myth meets reality – a moving tribute to the anniversary of her passing, which coincides with the Festival anniversary. She enchants us with this promising gesture: a seductively blown kiss...The Festival is a temple of glamour and Marilyn is its perfect incarnation. Their coming together symbolises the ideal of simplicity and elegance...Bronx agency (Paris) created the poster from a photo by Otto L. Bettmann...Quite simply STUNNING !

Matrix, The

"The world is a hoax, an elaborate deception spun by all-powerful machines of artificial intelligence that control us"...On its release at the dawn of a new millenia a film that influenced everything from fashion, technology and how movies are made, introducing us to...Bullet-Time ! This is one of the rarest modern film posters there is. An original country of origin US one sheet movie poster from 1999 for the Wachowski Brother's ground breaking science fiction blockbuster "The Matrix". Designed by Concept Arts this is the very rare Advance "On April 2nd the fight for the furure begins". An instantly recognisable film poster from a "game-changing" movie. A true modern classic that displays superbly and is in exceptional rolled condition.

Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom

"If adventure has a name...it must be Indiana Jones"...Darker and more serious in tone and content than its pedecessor Bruce Wolfe's beautifully rendered artwork certainly reinforces that trait for Steven Spielberg's 1984 sequal "Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom". This original country of origin US one sheet highlights our hero as a beacon of light surrounded by darkness. Originally folded as issued to the cinema this displays very well. Often seen as the "weakest" of the franchise (not so in my book) this is considerably rarer than posters from the other films and is genuinely hard to find in this type of condition.

Unforgiven

"Eastwood's Western Swansong"...Beautiful Bill Gold design and artwork for Clint Eastwood's 1992 Oscar winning western "Unforgiven". Final release version this original UK quad film poster perfectly suits the imagery and layout for Clint's masterpiece. Dark and moody this originally rolled example is in exceptional condition. It displays superbly and looks stunning...Investment grade quality.

Raiders of the Lost Ark - 10th Anniversary Edition

"For nearly three thousand years man has been searching for the lost ark. It's not something to be taken lightly. No one knows its secrets. It's like nothing you've ever gone after before."...Drew Struzan's gorgeous artwork for Steven Spielberg's 1981 adventure classic is featured here on this rare Country of Origin (USA) One Sheet for "Raiders of the Lost Ark". This is the 10th Anniversary numbered edition (#000205) Style A produced by Kilian Enterprises. Looking spectacular with deep rich colours this originally rolled example displays as new...A truly fantastic piece of investment grade, rare movie memorabilia from one of the greatest film's ever made.

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs - (1937 / 1993 RR - Mirror Issue)

"Mirror, Mirror on The Wall..."...Walt Disney's greatest movie..."Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs". An extremely rare example of Disney memorabilia. This original US one sheet for the 1993 re-release is the very scarce "Mirror" version. The oval centre actually acts as a mirror because of the foil used to produce the poster (hence apologies for the image...it's a tough one to photograph) with the border printed to look like a mirror frame. This is movie memorabilia come to life straight from the silver screen to your wall. Originally rolled it displays very well...As with all promotional Disney items the quality is first rate...an exceptionally rare item.

Pale Rider

"...and Hell followed with him"...With Bill Gold design and finished artwork by Michael Dudash you would expect something special...well this original 1985 US one sheet for Clint Eastwood's western "Pale Rider" doesn't disappoint. Originally rolled this magnificent and rare example displays superbly and looks stunning..."Preacher? Preacher? We all love you Preacher... I love you!... Thank you! Good-bye!"

James Bond: Skyfall

"Where the hell have you been?...Enjoying death !...007 reporting for duty"...Empire Design have not disappointed for James Bond's 50th Anniversary with this extremely limited edition film poster. The only James Bond "Skyfall" poster to feature the legendary Aston Martin DB5. This promotional poster was printed especially and exclusively for IMAX to celebrate the one minute past midnight screenings of "Skyfall" in London theatres, during the opening weekend of the movie. Guaranteed original this originally rolled example displays as new. Printed on heavy stock paper this exhudes quality...Incredibly scarce with a very limited print run this truly is an exclusive James Bond movie collectable.

TRON

"A world inside the computer where man has never been. Never before now"...A real marmite movie...either loved for its ground breaking FX or loathed as style over substance...however the quality of the Film's poster can't be questioned. This original 1982 UK quad film poster for Disney's "TRON" is superb. The painted artwork (copying the electronically generated imagery from the Film) looks fantastic. Deep, unfaded colours with some of the 80's best artwork this originally folded (as issued) example displays superbly and is presented in investment grade condition...An incredibly rare poster in this condition from a genuinely game changing movie.

Black Swan

"The new production needs a new swan queen. A fresh face to present to the world. But which of you can embody both swans? The white and the black?"...Tho poster campaign for Darren Aronofsky's 2010 psychological thriller "Black Swan" was really quite excetional, with awards for many of the designs. This outstanding version by Bemis Balkind was one of those winners and it really is special...disturbing, yet still fantastic close up image of the "Black Swan" Natalie Portman. Originally rolled this rare example displays very well and makes for a great piece of artwork.

Gladiator

"Father of a murdered son, husband to a murdered wife and I shall have my vengeance in this life or the next"...Ridley Scott's "Gladiator" was rightfully lauded as a modern classic but With no UK or USA lobby cards produced for the film it was left to France to save the day as one of the few countries that still exhibit them in theatres. This French lobby card set of 8 really screams quality; high gloss finish they all look excellent with a fine selection of character and action scene cards. Maximus (Russell Crowe)steals the show being featured in 6 of the 8 particularly poignant in the scene card he shares with the late Oliver Reed in what was to be his final role. Being only released for display in France these lobby cards are very rare & include the original Studio Gladiator liveried envelope that the cards were sent out to the cinema in...Fantastic value when purchasing the set...Very scarce and exclusive movie memorabilia.

Altered States

"In the basement of a university medical school Dr . Jessup floats naked in total darkness. The most terrifying experiment in the history of science is out of control... and the subject is himself"...One of the most striking film posters of the 1980's. Philip Gips' eye catching artwork for Ken Russell's 1980 sci-fi shocker "Altered States" is certainly memorable. This original UK quad film poster looks fantastic, with great imagery and use of bold colour...Deep, unfaded colour with some of the 80's best design / artwork this originally folded (as issued) example displays superbly...An incredibly rare poster from a genuinely thought provoking movie.

Saturday Night Fever

"You make it with some of these chicks then they think you gotta dance with them"...The influence of John Badham's "Saturday Night Fever" cannot be understated. A cultural phenomenon that pretty much effected everyone at some point...music, dancing, fashion, attitudes & John Travolta; perfectly cast as the local walking cliche Tony Manero...Fantastic and iconic image of John Travolta on this original 1977 UK quad film poster. Originally folded (as issued) it is in exceptional investment grade condition..."Catch it !"

Wizard of Oz, The (RR - 1949)

"Amazing Sights To See..The Tornado..Munchkinland..Horse Of A Different Color..Startling Balloon Ascent..Flying Monkeys..Trees That Talk And Throw Apples"...A movie's tagline was never so appropriate..."The Greatest Picture in the History of Entertainment". Any vintage memorabilia from Victor Fleming's fantasy masterpiece "The Wizard of Oz" is highly prized. This original unrestored lobby card from the 1949 re-release is truly such an item, with all the major stars featured; Dorothy, Tin Man, Scarecrow, Cowardly Lion & The Wizard himself...A classic scene card. Printed on double weight paper the black & white imagery is sharp with "The Wizard of Oz" title livery stencilled / embossed across the bottom edge in bright yellow; in a nod to a certain yellow brick road ?...Presented here in excellent condition, a magnificent piece of film magic.

2001: A Space Odyssey (1968-British Cinerama Lobby Cards / 1 of 4)

"I'm sorry, Dave. I'm afraid I can't do that."...Bluntly, Stanley Kubrick's "2001: A Space Odyssey" is the greatest science-fiction film made to date with memorabilia avidly sought and collected, particularly "country of origin" examples...Offered here is a rare group of 15 British front of house lobby cards from the 1968 Cinerama release. Originally flat (as issued), totally original and unrestored all 15 cards are pretty much flawless; an incredible collection. Each individual scene card is a mini work of art and as a collective quite magnificent...***Price quoted is for ALL 15 British Cinerama Lobby Cards***

2001: A Space Odyssey (1968-British Cinerama Lobby Cards / 2 of 4)

"The Ultimate Trip"...Bluntly, Stanley Kubrick's "2001: A Space Odyssey" is the greatest science-fiction film made to date with memorabilia avidly sought and collected, particularly "country of origin" examples...Offered here is a rare group of 15 British front of house lobby cards from the 1968 Cinerama release. Originally flat (as issued), totally original and unrestored all 15 cards are pretty much flawless; an incredible collection. Each individual scene card is a mini work of art and as a collective quite magnificent...***Price quoted is for ALL 15 British Cinerama Lobby Cards***