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Large Japanese movie poster original Japanese movie poster for Francis Ford Coppola's 1979 film
Apocalypse Now. The poster art, featuring menacing army helicopters flying over a lone surfer on a large wave, was designed by Eiko Ishioka with artwork illustrated by Haruo Takino.
Poster Details
Film: Apocalypse Now (1979)
Design/Artwork: Eiko Ishioka (designer) and Haruo Takino (illustrator)
Nationality: Japanese original release
Key Text (Japanese Title): (Jigoku no mokushiroku), which translates to "Apocalypse Now" or "Hell's Apocalypse"
Quote: The smaller Japanese text at the bottom is a quote from the film's director, Francis Ford Coppola, which translates roughly to: "War is fascinating, there must be beauty and charm in it. Otherwise, humanity would not be repeating war so constantly".
Collectibility
This specific "surfing style" poster is considered rare and unique compared to the typical American posters, which often feature the lead actors. Original versions can sell for thousands of dollars at auction. |
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