DESPERADO movie poster - Authentic Ghanaian Hand-Painted Art
Celebrate the vibrant essence of African cinema with this authentic hand-painted movie poster from Ghana, showcasing the intense action of DESPERADO. Created with passion by renowned artist "BLACK CHRIST" for ZIGGY Video, this piece embodies the unique flair of African art and cinema culture.
Size: 53" x 41" (134 cm x 104 cm)
Condition: Good, with characterful signs of wear. Some areas show damage, repair, paint loss, and wear, reflecting its journey and story.
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Each poster, painted on recycled canvas (used flour sacks), is a one-of-a-kind testament to the creativity and ingenuity of Ghanaian artists. This piece not only adds a touch of African heritage to your decor but also connects you to the rich history of Ghana movie posters—a collectible art form celebrated worldwide.
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This Ghanaian hand-painted poster for "Desperado" captures the film's intense action and drama, featuring vibrant illustrations of the main characters, El Mariachi and Carolina, engaged in a battle against the drug lord Bucho. The artwork vividly portrays the movie's key scenes, rendered on recycled flour sacks, showcasing the unique artistry of local Ghanaian artists.
Cultural and Artistic Significance
Ghanaian hand-painted movie posters are a distinctive form of African art, reflecting the ingenuity and creativity of local artists. These posters, painted on recycled canvas such as flour sacks, originated in the 1980s to promote mobile cinema across Ghana. Each piece is a unique interpretation of a movie, often featuring exaggerated elements to attract audiences. Today, these posters are celebrated worldwide for their artistic and cultural value, representing a bygone era of film advertisement and a vibrant expression of Ghanaian artistic heritage.
Film Information
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Title: Desperado
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Director: Robert Rodriguez
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Cast: Antonio Banderas, Salma Hayek, Joaquim de Almeida, Steve Buscemi, Cheech Marin, Quentin Tarantino, Carlos Gomez, Danny Trejo, and others.
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Plot: "Desperado" follows El Mariachi (Antonio Banderas), who seeks revenge on the drug lord Bucho who killed his lover. The journey leads him to a series of intense confrontations and the discovery of Bucho's unexpected identity.
The film "Desperado," directed by Robert Rodriguez, is a neo-Western action film showcasing a blend of violence, drama, and romance. Antonio Banderas stars as El Mariachi, with Salma Hayek playing Carolina, and Joaquim de Almeida as the antagonist Bucho. The movie presents a gritty, stylistic depiction of revenge and justice within the chaotic world of Mexican drug lords. The cast also includes notable appearances by Steve Buscemi, Cheech Marin, and Quentin Tarantino in supporting roles.
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