AMERICAN SAMURAI Movie Poster Ghanaian Cinema Art
Experience the cultural richness of West African art with this authentic hand-painted movie poster from Ghana. Created for the film AMERICAN SAMURAI, this unique piece is a striking example of the traditional artistry used to promote films across Ghana during the 1980s.
Details for this Film and Poster:
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Film: AMERICAN SAMURAI
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Genre: Martial Arts
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Poster: Hand-Painted in Ghana by the renowned artist Leonardo for ZAAP Video Club.
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Size: Art size 57" x 42 1/2" (145 cm x 108 cm).
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Condition: This vintage poster is in average condition, showing signs of its storied past with some repairs, small holes, and areas where the paint has worn off due to usage. Please review the photos for a detailed view.
This hand-painted movie poster for "American Samurai" vividly brings to life the intense action and drama of the film. The artwork, created with bold and vibrant colors, captures the essence of martial arts and samurai culture. The poster is a unique representation of Ghanaian hand-painted movie posters, showcasing the local artists' interpretation of the film's key scenes and characters.
Cultural and Artistic Significance
Ghanaian hand-painted movie posters are a distinctive form of African art that emerged in the 1980s with the advent of video cassettes and mobile cinemas in Ghana. These posters were painted on recycled flour sacks using oil paints and served as a primary means of advertising films in rural and urban areas. The artists, given creative freedom, often added or altered scenes to make the posters more appealing to local audiences, resulting in unique and imaginative works of art.
This art form, though born out of necessity, has gained international recognition, with many posters being showcased in museums around the world. Despite the decline of mobile cinemas in the mid-1990s due to the widespread availability of television, these posters remain a cherished part of Ghana's cultural heritage, representing the ingenuity and artistic talent of local communities.
Film Information
"American Samurai" (1992)
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Genre: Action, Martial Arts
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Director: Sam Firstenberg
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Cast: David Bradley, Mark Dacascos, Valarie Trapp, Rex Ryon, John Fujioka
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Plot: The film follows Andrew Collins, an American who is adopted by a Japanese samurai master and trained in the ways of the samurai. After his mentor is killed, Andrew moves to the United States, where he is forced to confront his half-brother in a deadly duel to prove who is the true samurai. The movie features intense martial arts sequences and explores themes of honor, loyalty, and revenge.
"American Samurai" was directed by Sam Firstenberg, known for his work in the action genre, particularly in martial arts films. The movie stars David Bradley as Andrew Collins, the American raised as a samurai, and Mark Dacascos as his formidable half-brother, Kenjiro. The film is noted for its thrilling fight scenes and the portrayal of samurai culture, albeit through an American lens. Despite its modest production, "American Samurai" has gained a cult following among fans of martial arts cinema.
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Explore more about the unique tradition of Ghanaian hand-painted movie posters at TribalGH's collection of Ghana movie posters.
Discover More About "American Samurai"
For those interested in exploring more about the martial arts world of "American Samurai," the following resources offer extensive insights into the movie's background, making, and reviews:
