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30 x 40 mounted on foamcore original theatrical poster for the 1959 epic film Ben-Hur, directed by William Wyler and starring Charlton Heston. This "Style A" poster features the film's iconic title in massive, stone-hewn letters, alongside a depiction of the legendary chariot race and the tagline "The Entertainment Experience of a Lifetime!".Film Significance & AwardsAt the time of its release, Ben-Hur was the most expensive film ever made, with a budget of approximately $15 million. It was a massive gamble for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) that ultimately saved the studio from bankruptcy.Academy Award Record: It won a record-breaking 11 Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Director (William Wyler), and Best Actor (Charlton Heston). This record was not matched until Titanic (1997) and The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003).Chariot Race: The nine-minute sequence remains one of cinema's most famous action scenes. It took three months to film and utilized thousands of extras. Musical Score: Composed by Miklós Rózsa, it was the longest score ever composed for a film at that time, spanning over three hours. |
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