Black Orpheus Poster

U.S.A., 1959

22 x 18 in (56 x 46 cm)

ID #FF11A-PK10-S

"Black Orpheus"

 

A movie poster for Black Orpheus (1959) starring Marpessa Dawn as Eurydice and Breno Mello as Orfeu. This impressionistic retelling of the Greek legend won both the Academy Award for best foreign-language film and the Cannes Film Festival's Palme d'Or. Black Orpheus is responsible for kicking off the bossa nova craze of America after it was incorporated into the film along with eye-popping visuals and and photography.

Year: 1959

Condition: Good; please note minor creases and tears.

This poster is on paper, but please note that we offer linen-backing for an additional cost. Email us at postermuseum@gmail.com for more details.

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