The Art of the Modern Movie Poster: International Postwar Style and Design

Description

This is the ultimate book for poster fans and film buffs around the world. With over 1500 international posters from 1945-2005 - often comparing interesting variations in the way the same movie was visually presented from country to another - this volume offers a definitive survey of both film and popular graphic art in the modern era, and is an absolute must-have for fans of either one. Drawn from the collection of the prestigious Posteritati Gallery in New York (one of the world's foremost collections of movie posters), chapters introduce the design schools, quirks, and practices of various nations - from the U.S. to Poland to Japan to Turkey - and then illustrate the graphic output of each nation in a variety of posters.

Graphic designer and author Spencer Drate has created award-winning CD packages for U2 and Lou Reed, among others. Judith Salavetz is a New York-based graphic designer and author. Sam Sarowitz is the owner of Posteritati Gallery in New York. Film critic Dave Kehr has written for the Chicago Tribune and New York Times, among others.

DRAWN, THE ILLUSTRATION & CARTOONING BLOG It's a brilliant look at the international histories of graphic design, illustration, and pop culture during the second half of the 20th century, and I know that I m going to be taking this book off my shelf again and again for inspiration FILM COMMENT Whether movie posters are your thing or not, it's a must-have. ZETA MINOR NEWS For the price of a couple of DVDs you'll have something that will enrich your life forever! If you have any movie-loving friends, then I m confident that they d love it as a Christmas present! DIGITAL JOURNAL.COM A definitive guide for indie film nerds, this book is a visual treat for anyone keen on design, fine art and finer films. Coffee tables are crying out for this compendium. ZETA MINOR NEWS For the price of a couple of DVDs you'll have something that will enrich your life forever! If you have any movie-loving friends, then I m confident that they d love it as a Christmas present! DRAWN, THE ILLUSTRATION & CARTOONING BLOG It's a brilliant look at the international histories of graphic design, illustration, and pop culture during the second half of the 20th century, and I know that I m going to be taking this book off my shelf again and again for inspiration FILM COMMENT Whether movie posters are your thing or not, it's a must-have. DIGITAL JOURNAL.COM A definitive guide for indie film nerds, this book is a visual treat for anyone keen on design, fine art and finer films. Coffee tables are crying out for this compendium.