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One sheet for the 1986 film
Big Trouble in Little China was painted by the legendary movie poster artist Drew Struzan.
Struzan is widely considered one of the most influential illustrators in cinema history, famous for his hand-painted style that defined the visual identity of 1980s blockbusters.
About the Artist
Signature Style: He typically worked with a mix of acrylic paint and colored pencils on gessoed illustration board, often using an airbrush to create his signature "luminous" glow.
Other Famous Works: Beyond this film, he created the posters for several major franchises, including Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Back to the Future, and Harry Potter.
The "Sidekick" Design: For this specific poster, Struzan's composition intentionally captures the movie's unique tone—placing Kurt Russell's character, Jack Burton, in a heroic pose even though the film famously subverts his role as the "hero".
While Struzan created the primary theatrical artwork, an alternative version for the British "quad" poster was designed by artist Brian Bysouth. |
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