Against the Dark Hand-Painted Movie Poster
Beautiful authentic hand-painted movie poster from Ghana, West Africa.
Details for This Film and Poster:
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Film: Against the Dark
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Genre: Action / Horror
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Poster: Hand Painted in Ghana by "Armahsco"
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Size: Art size 61" x 38 1/2" (155 cm x 98 cm)
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Condition: In excellent condition with minor signs of wear in the artwork due to usage. Please see photos.
This hand-painted poster is a unique piece of authentic African art, part of a tradition that began in the 1980s with the rise of mobile cinema in Ghana. Each poster is painted on recycled canvas, often from used flour sacks, and showcases the artist's vision, making every piece one-of-a-kind.
This poster captures the essence of the 2009 American action horror film. The vibrant colors and dynamic illustrations reflect the film's intense and thrilling nature, embodying the unique style of Ghanaian hand-painted movie posters.
Cultural and Artistic Significance
Ghanaian hand-painted movie posters are a rich form of African art born from the need to advertise mobile cinema screenings across Ghana. This tradition showcases the creativity and resourcefulness of local artists who interpret movies onto recycled flour sack canvases with bold colors and exaggerated features, making each poster a unique piece of art.
These posters emerged in the 1980s with the advent of video and mobile cinemas in Ghana. Local artists would paint large posters to attract audiences, often incorporating their imaginative takes on scenes from the films. The posters were not only advertisements but also served as a canvas for artistic expression, reflecting the vibrant culture and resourcefulness of the Ghanaian people. Despite the decline of mobile cinemas in the mid-1990s due to the widespread availability of television, the legacy of these posters endures, celebrated in museums and collections worldwide for their cultural and historical significance.
Film Information
"Against the Dark" (2009)
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Genre: Action, Horror
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Director: Richard Crudo
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Cast: Steven Seagal, Tanoai Reed, Jenna Harrison, Linden Ashby, Emma Catherwood, Skye Bennett, Keith David
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Plot: In a post-apocalyptic world ravaged by a disease that turns humans into vampire-like creatures, Tao (Steven Seagal), a katana master, leads a squad of ex-military vigilantes on a mission to rescue survivors trapped in an infected hospital. The survivors must navigate through the hospital's dangers, racing against time as the military plans to bomb the area to contain the infection.
"Against the Dark" combines elements of action and horror, delivering a gripping narrative set in a dystopian world. Directed by Richard Crudo, the film features Steven Seagal in a rare horror role, supported by a cast including Tanoai Reed and Jenna Harrison. The film explores themes of survival and humanity's resilience in the face of a global catastrophe.
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