EATEN ALIVE! - Hand Painted Movie Poster from Ghana
This stunning oil-painted canvas poster for the film EATEN ALIVE is a remarkable piece of African art, hand-painted in Ghana, West Africa.
Poster Details:
Film: EATEN ALIVE
Theme: Horror
Artist: Hand-painted by "Armahsco"
Art Size: 61" x 38" (155 cm x 97 cm)
Condition: Good, with some signs of wear, including small holes and minor damage from usage. Please refer to photos for details.
This vibrant hand-painted movie poster for the film "Eaten Alive!" captures the intense and terrifying atmosphere of the 1985 horror-adventure film. The artist's use of bold colors and dramatic imagery highlights the film’s themes of danger and survival in the wild, consistent with the unique style of Ghanaian hand-painted movie posters.
Cultural and Artistic Significance
Ghanaian hand-painted movie posters are a distinctive form of African art, rooted in the history of mobile cinemas across the country. These posters are crafted by local artists who paint on recycled flour sacks, often creating exaggerated and imaginative depictions of the films they advertise. "Eaten Alive!" is no exception, with the artist adding a unique interpretation of the film's harrowing plot. The cultural significance of these posters lies not only in their artistic value but also in their role in promoting films in an era before widespread television access in Ghana.
Film Information
"Eaten Alive!" (1985)
Genre: Horror, Adventure
Director: Jack Bravman
Cast: Tracey Adams, Ron Jeremy, George Payne, Taija Rae
Plot: The movie follows a woman's desperate search for her missing sister, leading her into the perilous jungles of New Guinea. Alongside an expatriate guide, she encounters a malevolent cult leader and faces horrifying cannibalistic threats.
The film "Eaten Alive!" is a classic example of 1980s horror, combining elements of adventure and terror. Its gripping storyline and intense atmosphere are effectively captured in the dramatic visuals of this Ghanaian hand-painted movie poster.
