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Lobby Card original 1958 U.S. theatrical Title Lobby Card for Orson Welles' classic film noir, Touch of Evil.Document Details Movie Title: Touch of Evil (1958)Key Cast Members: Charlton Heston, Janet Leigh, and Orson Welles Notable Signatures: This particular card has been autographed by key cast and crew members, including lead actress Janet Leigh (top right) and co-star Dennis Weaver (center, above the title). Distributor Markings: The bottom border contains standard studio printing information, including a copyright date of 1958 by Universal Pictures Co., Inc., and National Screen Service (NSS) tracking numbers 58/56 in the bottom right corner.Background and Context Lobby cards were standard promotional materials distributed to movie theaters in sets of eight. A standard set featured one Title Card (highlighting the main credits, tagline, and artwork) alongside seven Scene Cards depicting specific moments from the film. This specific layout showcases the dramatic tagline: "The story of the strangest vengeance ever planned!" alongside dynamic character cutouts and a border town drawing. |
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