Film
Alien: Romulus
2024
30″ x 40″ (76 x 102 cm) – UK Quad – Single Sided
UK / British
Near mint minus; originally rolled (as issued)
Fede Alvarez
Aileen Wu, Archie Renaux, Cailee Spaeny, David Jonsson, Isabela Merced, Rosie Ede, Spike Fearn, Trevor Newlin
One of cinemas all time classic movies is Ridley Scott’s Oscar winning deep space horror “Alien”. Spawning numerous cinematic and TV sequels, with Fede Alvarez’ 2024 offering “Alien: Romulus” a personal favourite. The release was accompanied by an incredible series of high quality posters, but it was this offering here by Matt Ferguson that really stole the show, with artwork that is considered one of the best looking for the whole franchise. Printed in extremely limited numbers for use in cinemas of Ferguson’s choice, these UK quads have become hugely collectable and a must have poster for xenomorph fans. Offered rolled (as issued) and signed by Matt Ferguson this example presents and displays to excellent effect that represents a fantastic piece of cinematic movie memorabilia that is incredibly scarce.
Trivia: The film’s production design draws not only on the previous films in the series, but also the Alien: Isolation (2014) video game, including the “Emergency” communication stations which served as save points in the game. Fede Alvarez played the game around the time Don’t Breathe (2016) was released, and later said, “I was playing, and realising how terrifying Alien could be if you take it back to that tone.”
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“Alien: Romulus” plot is clear and easy to follow, with a coherent narrative that allows the audience to quickly understand each character’s motivations and predict their actions. Furthermore, in this film the characters decisions make sense, and their desires are well communicated, making the plot more engaging.
The movie is set in a dystopian world that depicts late-stage capitalism of the no surprise evil Weyland Yutani Corporation, with a dark and gritty tone that reminded me a little bit of “Blade Runner”.
While the movie has its flaws, particularly with most of the cast being somewhat forgettable, the dynamic between Andy (David Jonsson) and Rain (Cailee Spaeny) truly stands out and carries the movie. One can really root for the said duo unlike (in contrast) to the rest of the cast. However despite this flaw the overall performance (acting wise) of the entire cast was still commendable.
An additional point is that the movie starts slowly, but the wait ultimately bears its fruits leading to an intense action packed second act full of horror and gore. Some tense moments were also thrown in making you stay at edge of your seat.
The final act takes a mysterious and deeply unsettling turn, introducing elements that are both creepy and disturbing. Overall, the film is a solid entry in the franchise, offering a more thoughtful narrative without sacrificing the thrills.
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Mint
A poster that has never been used or displayed and may show the most minor signs of age and wear. The poster should have no holes or tears.
Near Mint
A generally unused poster with fresh, saturated colors. May have minimal tears at folds. Has no significant holes, no paper loss, may have minor tears along edges, may have fine pin holes.
Very Fine
A poster with bright colour and crisp overall appearance. It may have very general signs of use including slight fold separation and fold wear. It may have pin holes or very minor tears. This is the highest grade allowed for a poster that has been restored either on linen or on paper.
Fine
A poster with good colors and overall clean appearance. It may have minor tears small paper loss and minor stains. It may have some fold seperation.
Good
An average poster with overall fresh color. May have tears, minor paper loss, minor hazing. Paper may be brittle due to age, may have minor stains. May have a small amount of writing in an unobtrusive place. May have medium or major restoration.
Fair
A poster with faded colors and brittle paper, showing significant signs of use. May have tears and paper loss. May have tape, writing, stains in image area. In need of restoration or had major restoration.
Poor
A poster that is worn, torn, and/or damaged. May have staining, cracking, dry rot, and/or large tears. May be heavily soiled, may have pieces missing. In need of major restoration.
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LOBBY CARD
11 x 14″ printed on heavy stock paper. Used as display in theatre lobbies. Originally made in sets of eight. Some sets have a title card, which contains credits and artwork, essentially a mini-poster. The remaining seven cards are coloured photographic credits and poster artwork showing different scenes from the movie.
WINDOW CARD
14 x 22″ printed on heavy stock paper with the top 4-6 inches usually left blank for the local cinema owner to fill in the cinema and the date it was due to play. Largely discontinued during the 1970’s.
HALF SHEET
22 x 28″ printed on heavy stock paper. The image displayed is normally a smaller version of the main poster, although some do have different artworks and sometimes come in two versions.
INSERT
14 x 36″ printed on heavy stock paper. Inserts usually have the same artwork as a one sheet. Popular with collectors since they are smaller and easier to frame. Normally come tri folded or rolled.
STYLE Y/FORTY BY SIXTY
40 x 60″ printed on heavy stock paper. Rare since they were primarily used for major motion pictures only. Designed to be used outside the theatre, on an easel, normally at a drive-in movie theatre.
ONE-SHEET
27 x 41″ printed on paper. This is the most common size of poster, intended to be displayed in a glass “marquee” case. It is the most sought after size by collectors. Since the 1980’s most posters are sent to the theatre rolled and maybe slightly smaller measuring 27″ by 40″ and with the advent of backlit light boxes a growing number of modern movie posters are available double-sided and the more traditional single-sided.
THREE-SHEET
41 x 81″ printed on paper. These were printed on two or three separate sheets designed to overlap, few survive. Used for larger advertising spaces, normally posted on walls, perfect for huge movie theatres the drive-in, where people could see them from a distance. From the 1970’s on, three-sheets were sometimes printed in one piece and issued as “international” versions to be used abroad.
BRITISH QUAD
30 x 40″ Most common poster size used in the UK. British Quads are horizontal and may have different artwork to the US one sheet. Like a US one sheet they normally come in two versions. Like a US one sheet they are usually supplied single-sided or more commonly now as a double sided poster.
BRITISH ONE-SHEET
27 X 40″, printed on paper. Very rarely used size.
ITALIAN LOCANDINA
13 x 28″ six inches shorter than the US insert, very nice size to frame. Italian poster illustrators are some of the best in the industry.
ITALIAN PHOTOBUSTA
18 x 26″ Glossy, high quality, used as lobby cards in Italy. Size may vary, either vertical or horizontal format. There are also double Photobusta or mini Photobusta.
2-FOGLIO (DUE)
(DUE): 39 x 55″ This is the standard poster size used in Italy. Italian poster illustrators are some of the best in the industry.
4-FOGLIO
(QUATTRO) 55 x 79″ Very large Italian poster printed in two pieces, often contains very beautiful artwork.
FRENCH
47 x 63″ (GRANDE) or 24 x 33″ (PETITE) French movie posters normally come with different artwork to either the US or the UK. Like the Italian’s some of the artwork is extrememly beautiful.
