• Shaolin vs Lama movie poster hand painted in Ghana for the local Cinema film
  • Ghana Movie Cinema Poster African Art Hand Paint SHAOLIN V LAMA - Tribalgh
  • Ghana Movie Cinema Poster African Art Hand Paint SHAOLIN V LAMA - Tribalgh
  • Ghana Movie Cinema Poster African Art Hand Paint SHAOLIN V LAMA - Tribalgh
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Shaolin vs Lama Original Hand-Painted Movie Poster in Ghana

Shaolin vs Lama Original Hand-Painted Movie Poster in Ghana

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Shaolin vs Lama Original Hand-Painted Movie Poster

Discover the vibrant artistry of West Africa with this authentic hand-painted movie poster from Ghana, celebrating the martial arts classic Shaolin vs Lama. Crafted by skilled artisans, this piece embodies the unique cultural heritage of Ghanaian cinema advertising.

Product Details:

  • Film: Shaolin vs Lama
  • Genre: Martial Arts
  • Medium: Oil on canvas, using recycled materials
  • Dimensions: 64 1/4" x 42 3/4" (163 cm x 108 cm)
  • Condition: Very good, with minimal wear from display and age. Some areas show slight paint loss. See photos for more details.

Originally created for the NAME Video Club, this Ghana hand painted movie poster is not only a collector's item but also a piece of history, representing a bygone era of mobile cinema in Ghana.

This hand-painted movie poster captures the intense martial arts action of the 1983 Taiwanese film "Shaolin vs Lama." The dynamic and vibrant depiction reflects the high-energy kung fu sequences and the cultural essence of this classic martial arts film, typical of Ghanaian hand-painted movie posters.

Cultural and Artistic Significance

Hand-painted movie posters from Ghana are a remarkable form of African art, initially created to advertise mobile cinema across rural areas. These posters are painted on recycled flour sacks and embody the resourcefulness and creativity of local artists. Each piece is unique, offering a distinct interpretation of films portrayed, thereby making them highly collectible and culturally significant artifacts.

Film Information

"Shaolin vs Lama" (1983)

  • Genre: Martial Arts, Drama, Action
  • Director: Lee Tso-Nam
  • Cast: Alexander Lo Rei, William Yen, Shan Charng
  • Plot: The film follows Yu Ting, a kung fu enthusiast who roams the country in search of a master. His journey leads him to a Shaolin temple where his martial arts skills are put to the test against various masters and the sinister Lama gang.

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