1970's and 1960's

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Original 1970s & 1960s Movie Posters

Original theatrical posters from the films of the 1960s and 1970s, spanning classics, cult cinema and landmark releases.

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Collection introduction

The 1960s and 1970s produced some of the most distinctive poster design in cinema history. These were decades in which illustration, typography and photographic experimentation all played a larger role in how films were presented, creating theatrical posters that often feel as compelling today as the films themselves.

This collection brings together original movie posters from the 1960s and 1970s, offering collectors a view across two transformative periods in cinema. From studio-era finales and international film culture to New Hollywood, cult filmmaking and genre reinvention, these original theatrical posters preserve the visual identity of films released at a time of major cinematic change.

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Collection Notes

Poster Design in an Era of Cinematic Change

The 1960s and 1970s were decades of profound change in cinema, and their posters reflect that shift clearly. Earlier traditions of studio publicity and illustrative spectacle remained visible, but were increasingly joined by more experimental layouts, bolder typography, photographic collage and striking new approaches to colour and mood. The result was a period of exceptional variety in theatrical poster design.

These years also coincided with major changes in film culture itself. International influences became more visible, genre cinema grew more adventurous, and directors began to reshape the relationship between commercial filmmaking and artistic ambition. Original posters from the period preserve not only the look of individual films, but the changing tone of cinema as an art form and a mass medium.

For collectors, original theatrical posters from the 1960s and 1970s offer some of the richest material in the field. They combine strong visual character with historical significance, and remain among the most rewarding posters to study, display and collect.

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Practical notes on originality, condition, sizes, framing and delivery to help you choose with confidence.

Original cinema posters

Every poster we sell is an original theatrical cinema poster, produced for cinema use rather than as a later reproduction. It is one of the most important distinctions when choosing an authentic piece of cinema artwork.

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Original movie posters vs reproductions

An original movie poster was produced as part of a film’s theatrical advertising campaign. It is different from a later decorative print or reproduction.
At Art of the Movies, we specialise in original cinema posters, lobby cards and movie stills, carefully checked, clearly described and guaranteed original.

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Condition and age

Condition varies naturally with age, use and format. We describe each piece carefully so you can judge its appeal both as film memorabilia and as an object for display.

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Poster sizes and formats

Collections may include one sheets, quads, lobby cards, stills and other formats. Measurements, scale and format are always worth checking before purchase or framing.

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Framing and display

Many customers choose professional framing or light box display depending on the format, room and style of presentation.

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Packaging and delivery

Orders are packed with care and sent with the same attention we bring to sourcing and describing the posters themselves, helping them arrive ready for collection or display.

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