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One sheet, movie poster for the 1975 cult classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show features a clever marketing play on Steven Spielberg's blockbuster Jaws, which was released earlier that same year.The "Jaws" ConnectionThe Tagline: The phrase "a different set of jaws" was a direct spoof of the massive marketing campaign for Jaws.Shared Designer: Both the Rocky Horror "Lips" poster and the original Jaws poster were designed by artist Bill Wallen.The Lips: Although many fans believe the lips belong to actress Patricia Quinn (who appears in the film’s opening), they actually belong to model Lorelei Shark.Movie FactsRelease Date: The film premiered in London on August 14, 1975, followed by its U.S. debut in Los Angeles on September 26, 1975.Genre & Style: It is a musical comedy horror film that serves as a parody tribute to science fiction and horror "B-movies" from the 1930s through the early 1960s.Legacy: Despite being a box office failure initially, it became a massive "midnight movie" phenomenon and holds the record for the longest-running theatrical release in film history. |
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