Movie Posters Discussion Thread

[iKarma]

Anyone know where I can acquire a decent sized Into The Blue poster?

[Kinsella5]

Originally Posted by Carano

Hey guys, I've found a local framer and I'm going to get some quotes on Monday. (In the UK)

Is there anything I should ask him for specifically? I'd rather acrylic, instead of glass, in case anything fell.

But I've heard about definitely avoid dry mounting.

Anything else I should mention I don't want him to do?

I'm after something decent, not cheap tacky looking stuff, so I'm not too bothered about costs at the moment.

Thanks!

My personal opinions are NEVER have the poster dry mounted. You want the poster loose between the glass or acrylic front and the backing of the frame. The reason being is that if you have the poster drymounted to foam board, it is a permanent process and the value of the poster is now worthless. If a person wanted to do it to a reprint to get the "ripples" out, then fine, I can see that, but those who have a cherished original, you don't want to do it. Also make sure you use acid-free foam board as the backing I had a piece down back in the very early 90's right when I was getting into the poster industry as a dealer, and I found out a few years ago that it wasn't acid-free foam board and when I took it off to replace it, it was yellowed and so was the back of the poster (it was a single-sided original at the time). Luckily I had more in stock.

You always want to make sure you tell the framer that it is a collectible, sometimes they see "movie poster" and think it is a reprint, etc. So many people assume the originals are what you see in video stores, or at the mall, and that isn't the case at all. Also, you want to avoid fingerprints if possible, maybe see if the framer wears anything on his/her hands when framing, etc. Ultimately a movie poster is a giant piece of colored paper, and paper is easily damaged when handled improperly so the #1 thing for them to know is has value and for them to handle it carefully.

I personally use ultra-violet glass, some believe glass can conduct heat in hotter climates, that is possible, but in Seattle we very rarely see 90+ degree days so I go with UV glass, which is more expensive than standard glass as you can imagine. A really good frame job with acid-free backing and UV glass, 27x40 should run about $150.

[Kinsella5]

Originally Posted by iKarma

Anyone know where I can acquire a decent sized Into The Blue poster?

As Roar pointed out, MoviePoster.com is a good option, I checked their site and it appears original to me. The only problem I have with them is on some of their titles they get domestic and international styles confused. They do carry originals and reproductions but I don't doubt their originals are in fact originals unlike places like MovieGoods.com or MoviePosterShop.com (which is basically the same dealer) who sell a ton of reproductions but in standard original movie poster size.

You shouldn't go wrong with MoviePoster.com and their price seems fair. I don't have that poster in stock, never carried that many of them and sold out. I believe only the only style was made for that film but I could be wrong. Thanks Roar for the shout-out.

[Kinsella5]

Originally Posted by Scottish Punk

I am sorry if this has been answered, I just skimmed through this thread. I have been looking for a poster and haven't been able to track it down. Moviegoods and allposters both don't have it. I am fine with a reprint.

It is a V for Vendetta poster. It has V's headshot with "Remember, Remember 5th of November" along the bottom. Anybody see that one for sale or a good place to check?

To my knowledge that image of V for Vendetta was never an actual movie poster, but was a promotional image released before the film was delayed. I remember seeing the image on the net, I am pretty sure it was an official image and not simply a fan-made one too. But I can tell you that it wasn't a movie poster that was released. The U.S. saw two different styles, one being an advance that featured V standing with his knives behind back (which in some people's opinion paid homage to the Clint Eastwood advance for Unforgiven) but that style was recalled due to the anti-Government tag line on the poster. A final style was then released and had a propaganda-style look to it. There are other posters that were released but those were wilding styles and single-sided only which were part of the marketing campaign but not in theaters. There are tons of reprints of the wilding styles, when a poster only has a single-sided version (which is really not the case since the early to mid 90's) it is much easier for counterfeits to be produced.

The only original V for Vendetta posters I have in stock are the final style, double-sided. Shoot me an email directly if you need an image of it.

[iKarma]

Thanks guys. I hadn't heard of that site before(don't laugh) and I'll probably order one from them. Do they take paypal? Or only credit cards?

[roar]

Originally Posted by iKarma

Thanks guys. I hadn't heard of that site before(don't laugh) and I'll probably order one from them. Do they take paypal? Or only credit cards?

I just checked the site and they do have a paypal option. I have no idea where you are, but if you happen to be in the Toronto area that is where they are located, I have been there a number of times, it's worth the visit.

Kinsella... I haven't made a purchase in a while but when Im ready I will be coming to you first!

[Carano]

Originally Posted by Kinsella5

My personal opinions are NEVER have the poster dry mounted. You want the poster loose between the glass or acrylic front and the backing of the frame. The reason being is that if you have the poster drymounted to foam board, it is a permanent process and the value of the poster is now worthless. If a person wanted to do it to a reprint to get the "ripples" out, then fine, I can see that, but those who have a cherished original, you don't want to do it. Also make sure you use acid-free foam board as the backing I had a piece down back in the very early 90's right when I was getting into the poster industry as a dealer, and I found out a few years ago that it wasn't acid-free foam board and when I took it off to replace it, it was yellowed and so was the back of the poster (it was a single-sided original at the time). Luckily I had more in stock.

You always want to make sure you tell the framer that it is a collectible, sometimes they see "movie poster" and think it is a reprint, etc. So many people assume the originals are what you see in video stores, or at the mall, and that isn't the case at all. Also, you want to avoid fingerprints if possible, maybe see if the framer wears anything on his/her hands when framing, etc. Ultimately a movie poster is a giant piece of colored paper, and paper is easily damaged when handled improperly so the #1 thing for them to know is has value and for them to handle it carefully.

I personally use ultra-violet glass, some believe glass can conduct heat in hotter climates, that is possible, but in Seattle we very rarely see 90+ degree days so I go with UV glass, which is more expensive than standard glass as you can imagine. A really good frame job with acid-free backing and UV glass, 27x40 should run about $150.

Thanks alot for the advice mate.

I'm pretty new to collecting movie posters, as I have terrible artex walls, but they're getting plastered after Christmas. So I can't wait to get some posters of my favourite movies on the walls. As I think anything hung on artex walls looks terrible! So I'm just buying posters ready.

I bought the majority of my posters from Moviepostersdirect.co.uk and been very happy with their service.

But, I'm having trouble finding any Pan's Labyrinth one sheets. (I'm not keen on the landscape design of UK quad's) I ordered this:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B003SJ9AM4

As I couldn't find it anywhere else and I prefer the Spanish title of the film. I'm pretty sure it's going to be a reprint, as I haven't recieved it yet, so I'm worried that the quality will be terrible. Anybody had any experiences with 'popculturegraphics'?

Thanks!

[Kinsella5]

Originally Posted by Carano

Thanks alot for the advice mate.

I'm pretty new to collecting movie posters, as I have terrible artex walls, but they're getting plastered after Christmas. So I can't wait to get some posters of my favourite movies on the walls. As I think anything hung on artex walls looks terrible! So I'm just buying posters ready.

I bought the majority of my posters from Moviepostersdirect.co.uk and been very happy with their service.

But, I'm having trouble finding any Pan's Labyrinth one sheets. (I'm not keen on the landscape design of UK quad's) I ordered this:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B003SJ9AM4

As I couldn't find it anywhere else and I prefer the Spanish title of the film. I'm pretty sure it's going to be a reprint, as I haven't recieved it yet, so I'm worried that the quality will be terrible. Anybody had any experiences with 'popculturegraphics'?

Thanks!

You are based in the UK, correct? Shipping to there via Priority Mail runs $$$$. First Class International is cheaper but risky, because it isn't insurable, takes longer, and has to be packaged a certain way (round tube by certain dimensions). I don't like shipping posters First Class, mainly because there is no coverage against loss or damage, and those who handle the package from one place to another sometimes know that, and sometimes First Class parcels go "missing" if you know what I mean. I am of the mindset, better to be safe than sorry even if "safe" costs more to ship.

I believe you will get a reprint. Reason being is a simple Google check will show PopCultureGraphics is associated with MoviePosterShop, and MoviePosterShop is associated with MovieGoods, who are notorious for reprinting just about every poster under the sun.

[Carano]

Originally Posted by Kinsella5

You are based in the UK, correct? Shipping to there via Priority Mail runs $$$$. First Class International is cheaper but risky, because it isn't insurable, takes longer, and has to be packaged a certain way (round tube by certain dimensions). I don't like shipping posters First Class, mainly because there is no coverage against loss or damage, and those who handle the package from one place to another sometimes know that, and sometimes First Class parcels go "missing" if you know what I mean. I am of the mindset, better to be safe than sorry even if "safe" costs more to ship.

I believe you will get a reprint. Reason being is a simple Google check will show PopCultureGraphics is associated with MoviePosterShop, and MoviePosterShop is associated with MovieGoods, who are notorious for reprinting just about every poster under the sun.

Yeah, I'm in the UK.

I see what you mean about shipping, I was looking at some American site last week, can't remember which, but I added a poster to my basket and went to checkout, they only offered Priority Mail and I think the shipping alone came to $30+ I just couldn't go ahead with paying that much. At the moment atleast. Maybe when my walls are plastered and I'm certain I want something, that I can get it framed and hung right away.


The El Laberinto Del Fauno poster actually came from "PopCultureGraphics" today and I was actually very surprised. It looked fantastic and very clear. I expected it to look pretty blurry and stretched.

Of course, I'd rather have all original posters, but it is very good quality. So this is my dilemma. I have 4 original one sheets of different films, but I want all of my posters to have the same frame, so do I spend alot of money getting a reprint framed as I would with the originals?

As I say, I can't do much with them at the moment, they're all rolled up in tubes as I can't hang them yet, so I guess I'll have to decide later on.

I was thinking of ordering from PopCultureGraphics again. Though, as I say I'd rather have originals, but the quality really impressed me. Obviously if I was buying a signed item, there's no way I'd buy a reprint, so am I doing the wrong thing by buying reprints of posters?

[Beta Man]

Not actual "Movie Posters" as I see this thread is mostly focused on..... but for my new theater-room, I'm planning on doing a two-tone grey paint scheme, and I'll be doing all black and white photos (posters though) of actors/actresses....
I'll probably end up with 5 or 6 of them when it's all said and done.

I'm thinking Hepburn, Bogart, Monroe, Milton Berle, Ernest Borgnine, Brando, Chaplin, Gary Cooper, James Dean, Heston, Eva Gabor, Bardot, Bergman (both) Bette Davis, Marlene Dietrich, Judy Garland, Rita Hayworth, Sonja Henie, Sophia Loren, Anna Karina, Jean Harlow, Clark Gable, Cary Grant, Robert Mitchum, etc... etc...


I'm also considering doing JUST 5 or 6 directors, or just the "sexy" women of classic film, etc.....

I just need a good site that I can order them all from, in a decent size that will fit a basic frame I can get locally...... anyone??

[Kinsella5]

Originally Posted by Carano

Yeah, I'm in the UK.

I see what you mean about shipping, I was looking at some American site last week, can't remember which, but I added a poster to my basket and went to checkout, they only offered Priority Mail and I think the shipping alone came to $30+ I just couldn't go ahead with paying that much. At the moment atleast. Maybe when my walls are plastered and I'm certain I want something, that I can get it framed and hung right away.


The El Laberinto Del Fauno poster actually came from "PopCultureGraphics" today and I was actually very surprised. It looked fantastic and very clear. I expected it to look pretty blurry and stretched.

Of course, I'd rather have all original posters, but it is very good quality. So this is my dilemma. I have 4 original one sheets of different films, but I want all of my posters to have the same frame, so do I spend alot of money getting a reprint framed as I would with the originals?

As I say, I can't do much with them at the moment, they're all rolled up in tubes as I can't hang them yet, so I guess I'll have to decide later on.

I was thinking of ordering from PopCultureGraphics again. Though, as I say I'd rather have originals, but the quality really impressed me. Obviously if I was buying a signed item, there's no way I'd buy a reprint, so am I doing the wrong thing by buying reprints of posters?

Regarding the poster you got, it is widely known in the poster industry that the dealer in question simply gets high resolution images and has them enlarged to poster size. But nearly everything they offer is reproductions, if not everything. I personally would not frame a reprint with the same care you would an original, that's just me, simply because there is no reason to cherish something that isn't authentic.

If you are looking for original authentic U.S. styles that is what I carry, so I can help you out in that department, I just don't deal in reproductions, never have, and never will.

If you are a collector and you want something that is not widely available and should appreciate in time, some more so than others, then you would want to go with authentic originals. If you don't see yourself as "collecting" and you just want it for the artwork to put up on your wall, then certainly go the reproduction route. Funny thing is, when I look at the prices they charge for their reprinted newer posters, you can get the originals for right around the same price if that helps you decide.

[Kinsella5]

Originally Posted by Carano

Yeah, I'm in the UK.

I see what you mean about shipping, I was looking at some American site last week, can't remember which, but I added a poster to my basket and went to checkout, they only offered Priority Mail and I think the shipping alone came to $30+ I just couldn't go ahead with paying that much. At the moment atleast. Maybe when my walls are plastered and I'm certain I want something, that I can get it framed and hung right away.

With regards to shipping, yes, it really is a catch-22 per say when it comes to shipping from the U.S. to overseas customers via First Class Mail. Sure, I can get a tube, put the posters in, and save the customer from the higher shipping costs, but the problem is this: First Class International is slower, it is NOT insurable, therefore if the package is lost, stolen, damaged, there really isn't anything the shipper can do about it. The cost to ship overseas is much more expensive but it is insurable (and generally automatically comes with about $60 or so of insurance in the price with added insurance being an optional charge), it is faster, and it can be tracked via the customs form. I do wish there was a cheaper alternative, I don't have problems with my packaging of posters, so I know they will arrive safe and sound, as many of my customers tell me I go overboard in the packaging department, but it is the loss/theft that I am concerned about.

I realize this may be a strange analogy but First Class, when shipping Internationally is like putting a fancy electronic on the passenger seat of your car, in a bad area, locking your day and leaving. Its basically saying to a thief "Hey take me, no one will know" whereas Priority Mail International adds a blinking light deterring the thief in thinking the car has an alarm system so they will walk away and go to the next car without that blinking alarm light. Probably doesn't make sense, but I think you can read between the lines and see what I mean by that.

[Kinsella5]

Originally Posted by Beta Man

Not actual "Movie Posters" as I see this thread is mostly focused on..... but for my new theater-room, I'm planning on doing a two-tone grey paint scheme, and I'll be doing all black and white photos (posters though) of actors/actresses....
I'll probably end up with 5 or 6 of them when it's all said and done.

I'm thinking Hepburn, Bogart, Monroe, Milton Berle, Ernest Borgnine, Brando, Chaplin, Gary Cooper, James Dean, Heston, Eva Gabor, Bardot, Bergman (both) Bette Davis, Marlene Dietrich, Judy Garland, Rita Hayworth, Sonja Henie, Sophia Loren, Anna Karina, Jean Harlow, Clark Gable, Cary Grant, Robert Mitchum, etc... etc...


I'm also considering doing JUST 5 or 6 directors, or just the "sexy" women of classic film, etc.....

I just need a good site that I can order them all from, in a decent size that will fit a basic frame I can get locally...... anyone??

Since it sounds like you are going for more of a classic Golden Age of films, and you don't care about the authentic posters, reproductions would be the way to go, and a lot less strain on your wallet too for those titles. You could try AllPosters, or Art.com, even check out MoviePoster.com as they carry originals but also reproductions, but I think for what you are looking for, you should be able to find them on AllPosters.com, or Art.com.

Frame wise, I would not go overboard. Check out Michaels Arts & Crafts, or Aaron Brothers Framing. The reproductions though will probably be 24x36 inches in size, so not the standard 27x40 size. Each of those retailers generally have 40% off coupons in their Sunday ads which would help save you some money.

[Scottish Punk]

Originally Posted by Kinsella5

To my knowledge that image of V for Vendetta was never an actual movie poster, but was a promotional image released before the film was delayed. I remember seeing the image on the net, I am pretty sure it was an official image and not simply a fan-made one too. But I can tell you that it wasn't a movie poster that was released. The U.S. saw two different styles, one being an advance that featured V standing with his knives behind back (which in some people's opinion paid homage to the Clint Eastwood advance for Unforgiven) but that style was recalled due to the anti-Government tag line on the poster. A final style was then released and had a propaganda-style look to it. There are other posters that were released but those were wilding styles and single-sided only which were part of the marketing campaign but not in theaters. There are tons of reprints of the wilding styles, when a poster only has a single-sided version (which is really not the case since the early to mid 90's) it is much easier for counterfeits to be produced.

The only original V for Vendetta posters I have in stock are the final style, double-sided. Shoot me an email directly if you need an image of it.

That's too bad. I saw it on warner bro's page - http://vforvendetta.warnerbros.com/index2.html . I guess that is why I can't find it. Thanks for the answer.

[Beta Man]

Originally Posted by Kinsella5

Since it sounds like you are going for more of a classic Golden Age of films, and you don't care about the authentic posters, reproductions would be the way to go, and a lot less strain on your wallet too for those titles. You could try AllPosters, or Art.com, even check out MoviePoster.com as they carry originals but also reproductions, but I think for what you are looking for, you should be able to find them on AllPosters.com, or Art.com.

Frame wise, I would not go overboard. Check out Michaels Arts & Crafts, or Aaron Brothers Framing. The reproductions though will probably be 24x36 inches in size, so not the standard 27x40 size. Each of those retailers generally have 40% off coupons in their Sunday ads which would help save you some money.

Well shoot..... you got me looking at the "allposters.com" site, and now I found something I would like, and I know my wife would like, but the price may be more than she'd feel comfortable with.... do they have coupon codes/deals very often? As in "% off" type of things? If I could get the price knocked down, I might pull the trigger. After seeing other options, I'm ditching my movie-poster idea


EDIT:

google found a 25% off code that ends tomorrow.... I'll have to see if the wife is cool with the price.... does anyone know if they ever have 30-40% off codes, or is this 25% off one the type I should "act fast" on?

[roar]

Originally Posted by Beta Man

Not actual "Movie Posters" as I see this thread is mostly focused on..... but for my new theater-room, I'm planning on doing a two-tone grey paint scheme, and I'll be doing all black and white photos (posters though) of actors/actresses....
I'll probably end up with 5 or 6 of them when it's all said and done.

I'm thinking Hepburn, Bogart, Monroe, Milton Berle, Ernest Borgnine, Brando, Chaplin, Gary Cooper, James Dean, Heston, Eva Gabor, Bardot, Bergman (both) Bette Davis, Marlene Dietrich, Judy Garland, Rita Hayworth, Sonja Henie, Sophia Loren, Anna Karina, Jean Harlow, Clark Gable, Cary Grant, Robert Mitchum, etc... etc...


I'm also considering doing JUST 5 or 6 directors, or just the "sexy" women of classic film, etc.....

I just need a good site that I can order them all from, in a decent size that will fit a basic frame I can get locally...... anyone??

Have you taken a look at LA Artwork?

I really like the work they do, you choose the colour so if you see different colours you can change them. You can also have it printed in a variety of sizes. I am trying to work a couple of these into the decor of my new theatre.

[househead]

Ripley that's a beautiful Black Swan poster. Looks great man. Can't wait to see it Friday.

[Carano]

Originally Posted by Kinsella5

With regards to shipping, yes, it really is a catch-22 per say when it comes to shipping from the U.S. to overseas customers via First Class Mail. Sure, I can get a tube, put the posters in, and save the customer from the higher shipping costs, but the problem is this: First Class International is slower, it is NOT insurable, therefore if the package is lost, stolen, damaged, there really isn't anything the shipper can do about it. The cost to ship overseas is much more expensive but it is insurable (and generally automatically comes with about $60 or so of insurance in the price with added insurance being an optional charge), it is faster, and it can be tracked via the customs form. I do wish there was a cheaper alternative, I don't have problems with my packaging of posters, so I know they will arrive safe and sound, as many of my customers tell me I go overboard in the packaging department, but it is the loss/theft that I am concerned about.

I realize this may be a strange analogy but First Class, when shipping Internationally is like putting a fancy electronic on the passenger seat of your car, in a bad area, locking your day and leaving. Its basically saying to a thief "Hey take me, no one will know" whereas Priority Mail International adds a blinking light deterring the thief in thinking the car has an alarm system so they will walk away and go to the next car without that blinking alarm light. Probably doesn't make sense, but I think you can read between the lines and see what I mean by that.

Lol, I see what you're saying mate.

Do you have a website? Or a list of the posters you're selling?

I would be interested to see what you have and would probably buy some, though it would be after Christmas now.

Also, thanks alot for answering all of my questions.

[lewis1]

i put up a gallary if anyone whants to check out just click on my profile

[roar]

Originally Posted by lewis1

i put up a gallary if anyone whants to check out just click on my profile

I really like those Inglorious Basterd posters, I just can't swing them in my 'kid' friendly theatre atm. Maybe in another 10 years when the girls are older

I looked at your Iron Man gallery too... did you actually pick that off the shelves or did you buy that on ebay?