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vintage Polish movie poster for the 1970 American neo-noir film The Liberation of L.B. Jones, released in Poland under the title Prawo gwa?tu.About the FilmPlot: Set in a racially charged Southern town, the story follows a wealthy Black funeral director, L.B. Jones, who seeks a divorce from his wife after discovering her affair with a white police officer.Director: This was the final project of legendary director William Wyler, whose career spanned 45 years and included classics like Ben-Hur and Roman Holiday.Themes: The film is a stark exploration of civil rights, racial injustice, and police brutality.Main Cast: It stars Roscoe Lee Browne as L.B. Jones, alongside Lee J. Cobb, Lola Falana, and Anthony Zerbe.The Polish PosterThis specific poster was designed by artist Maciej ?bikowski in 1973 for the film's Polish release. It is a prime example of the Polish School of Posters, which favored artistic expression and metaphorical imagery over the standard marketing photos used in Hollywood.The abstract, textured face wearing a policeman's cap reflects the film's grim focus on the corrupt authority figures that dominate the story. Original prints of this poster are often sought after by collectors of vintage cinema art. |
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