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  Alien

  £795.00

  “In space no one can hear you scream !”

  One of cinemas all time classic movies is Ridley Scott’s Oscar winning deep space horror “Alien”. The worldwide marketing campaign is instantly recognisable by the (now) iconic alien ‘egg’ imagery designed by the creative agency Bemis Balkind. The poster campaign that was complemented by a series of lobby cards, usually a set of 8  measuring 10″ x 8″ or 11″ x 14″, but Italy offered something far superior, a set of 12 lobby cards (photobustas in Italian) that measure a huge 18″ x 26″ (46 x 66 cm). The size makes them particularly appealing to collectors as they are more like mini posters and in the case of this set, some incredible images from the movie with many only found on the Italian release. Offered in original flat and unfolded condition (as issued) they present very well with only minimal handling wear. Hugely collectable and a fantastic piece of cinematic movie memorabilia from a truly influential movie that changed the face of modern sci-fi horror forever.

  Trivia: Director Sir Ridley Scott and writers Dan O’Bannon and Ronald Shusett wanted H.R. Giger to design the alien creatures based on drawings from his book ‘Necronomicon’, but they had some difficulties in convincing the studio. Executives were initially appalled by Giger’s dark and disturbing imagery, but Scott’s insistence finally won them over. Even so, Giger’s designs had to be changed several times because of their blatant sexuality.

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  Cool Hand Luke

  £295.00

  “He was smiling… That’s right. You know, that, that Luke smile of his. He had it on his face right to the very end. Hell, if they didn’t know it ‘fore, they could tell right then that they weren’t a-gonna beat him. That old Luke smile. Oh, Luke. He was some boy. Cool Hand Luke. Hell, he’s a natural-born world-shaker.”

  An impressive and eye-catching item from the hand of master illustrator – Paul Mann,  for the classic Paul Newman prison chain gang drama “Cool Hand Luke”. This stunning alternative movie poster features a beautiful image of Newman (dressed in prison fatigue double denim) along with the outstanding supporting cast in the background with Boss Godfrey (Morgan Woodward) one of the most prominent – He never removed the sunglasses throughout nor spoke a word and became known as ‘the man with no eyes’ one of the most significant and memorable characters from the Film. Hand-Numbered #69 from a print run of only 100, this originally rolled (as issued) example looks and displays to excellent effect. Unquestionably one of Newman’s finest roles, in a motion picture that has become near legendary and (rightly so) this modern re-imagining represents a highly collectable piece of artwork and a rare item of movie memorabilia.

  Trivia: Two hundred hard-boiled eggs were provided for one of the film’s most famous sequences. Due to clever editing, Paul Newman only ate about eight altogether. The rest were consumed by the cast and crew, which led to extreme cases of flatulence the next day.

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  This Is Elvis

  £45.00

  “This is the sound he created and performed. The rare personal films never before seen by the public. The private moments. The public triumphs. Intimate memories and reflections in his own words.”

  An original 1981 Italian photobusta movie poster for the 1981 film “This is Elvis” featuring Andy Warhol style border art of a pixelated black & white Elvis with the main panel imagery showing Elvis performing for the NBC TV Special in the 1968 ‘Comeback Tour’ wearing perhaps one of his most famous outfits; the slick, black leather jacket. The success of the TV  show led to Elvis’ return to the music charts with Suspicious Minds and The Wonder of You, record-breaking shows in Las Vegas and sell-out tours.This rare example presents and displays to excellent effect being originally flat / unfolded. The live action photograph artwork makes for one of the more memorable Elvis Presley posters. A cool, great looking image that represents a fine example of very desirable and collectible original music / movie / Elvis memorabilia.

  Trivia: All shook up ! Elvis Presley’s black leather suit causes a stir at O2 Arena exhibition

  NOTE: Complete set of all 6 x “This is Elvis” Italian photobustas are available at a reduced price for the set.

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  This Is Elvis

  £45.00

  “This is the sound he created and performed. The rare personal films never before seen by the public. The private moments. The public triumphs. Intimate memories and reflections in his own words.”

  An original 1981 Italian photobusta movie poster for the 1981 film “This is Elvis” featuring Andy Warhol style border art of a pixelated black & white Elvis with the main panel imagery showing a close up headshot of Elvis wearing a trademark white jumpsuit from 1970’s. The shot probably comes whilst Elvis was filming the documentary “Elvis on Tour”. This rare example presents and displays to excellent effect being originally flat / unfolded. The unposed, candid photograph artwork is a lovely close up headshot and makes for one of the more memorable Elvis Presley posters. A cool image that represents a fine example of very desirable and collectible original music / movie / Elvis memorabilia.

  Trivia: At the time of its release the film included lots of very rare and never-before-seen footage of Elvis Presley 

  NOTE: Complete set of all 6 x “This is Elvis” Italian photobustas are available at a reduced price for the set.

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  This Is Elvis

  £45.00

  “This is the sound he created and performed. The rare personal films never before seen by the public. The private moments. The public triumphs. Intimate memories and reflections in his own words.”

  An original 1981 Italian photobusta movie poster for the 1981 film “This is Elvis” featuring Andy Warhol style border art of a pixelated black & white Elvis with the main panel imagery showing Elvis performing on stage wearing the famous Mexican Sundial white jumpsuit from 1977. The shot probably comes whilst Elvis was performing to a sell out 12,000 crowd in Charlotte, North Carolina. This rare example presents and displays to excellent effect being originally flat / unfolded. The unposed, candid photograph artwork is a lovely live action stage shot from the final year (1977) Elvis toured & performed in public. A poignant image that represents a fine example of very desirable and collectible original music / movie / Elvis memorabilia.

  Trivia: At the time of its release the film included lots of very rare and never-before-seen footage of Elvis Presley 

  NOTE: Complete set of all 6 x “This is Elvis” Italian photobustas are available at a reduced price for the set.

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  This Is Elvis

  £45.00

  “This is the sound he created and performed. The rare personal films never before seen by the public. The private moments. The public triumphs. Intimate memories and reflections in his own words.”

  An original 1981 Italian photobusta movie poster for the 1981 film “This is Elvis” featuring Andy Warhol style border art of a pixelated black & white Elvis with the main panel imagery showing a close up headshot of Elvis mid song looking hot & sweaty. The shot probably comes from 1977 whilst Elvis was on the last leg of his series of (what tuned out to be be his final public performances) concerts. This rare example presents and displays to excellent effect being originally flat / unfolded. The unposed, candid photograph artwork is a lovely close up headshot and makes for one of the more memorable Elvis Presley posters. A cool and poignant image that represents a fine example of very desirable and collectible original music / movie / Elvis memorabilia.

  Trivia: At the time of its release the film included lots of very rare and never-before-seen footage of Elvis Presley 

  NOTE: Complete set of all 6 x “This is Elvis” Italian photobustas are available at a reduced price for the set.

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  This Is Elvis

  £45.00

  “This is the sound he created and performed. The rare personal films never before seen by the public. The private moments. The public triumphs. Intimate memories and reflections in his own words.”

  An original 1981 Italian photobusta movie poster for the 1981 film “This is Elvis” featuring Andy Warhol style border art of a pixelated black & white Elvis with the main panel imagery showing an ‘early’ Elvis performing in 1957 for the movie “Loving You”. This rare example presents and displays to excellent effect being originally flat / unfolded. The live action photograph artwork makes for one of the more memorable Elvis Presley posters as he genuinely looks like he’s very happy whilst on stage. A cool, great looking image that represents a fine example of very desirable and collectible original music / movie / Elvis memorabilia.

  Trivia: All shook up ! Elvis Presley’s black leather suit causes a stir at O2 Arena exhibition

  NOTE: Complete set of all 6 x “This is Elvis” Italian photobustas are available at a reduced price for the set.

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