Mortal Kombat Hand-Painted Movie Poster from Ghana
Experience the cultural and artistic significance of Ghanaian cinema with this Mortal Kombat 3 movie poster, authentically hand-painted by the renowned artist Leonardo in Ghana, West Africa. Each poster is a unique masterpiece, capturing the essence of the film through vibrant and imaginative art.
Details for this Film and Poster
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Film: Mortal Kombat
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Genre: Martial Arts / Action
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Poster: Hand-painted in Ghana by Leonardo
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Size: 59" x 42" (150 cm x 106 cm)
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Condition: In good condition with many signs of wear, some damages, small holes, and repairs. Paint is off in some places due to age and usage. Please see photos for details.
This hand-painted movie poster for "Mortal Kombat" (1995) showcases the vibrant and dynamic style of Ghanaian cinema advertising. Created with bold colors and dramatic imagery, this poster captures the essence of the iconic video game adaptation, highlighting its action-packed and fantastical elements.
Cultural and Artistic Significance
Ghanaian hand-painted movie posters are a distinctive form of African art, traditionally crafted on recycled flour sacks by local artists. This art form emerged in the 1980s alongside the advent of mobile cinema in Ghana. These traveling cinemas needed eye-catching advertisements to draw in audiences, and talented artists began creating large, hand-painted posters using oil paint. Each poster is a unique piece, often including imaginative interpretations of the movie scenes to attract more viewers.
The art of these posters lies not only in their visual appeal but also in their resilience. They endure harsh conditions, being transported and displayed in various environments, leading to wear and tear that adds to their character. By the mid-1990s, the rise of television and video access in Ghana led to a decline in the mobile cinema business, making these hand-painted posters even more precious as remnants of a bygone era.
For more about this unique art form, explore the colorful and historic Ghanaian hand-painted movie posters, now highly collectible and often showcased in museums worldwide.
Film Information
"Mortal Kombat" (1995)
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Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy
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Director: Paul W.S. Anderson
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Cast: Robin Shou, Linden Ashby, Bridgette Wilson, Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, Talisa Soto, and Christopher Lambert.
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Plot: Based on the popular video game series, "Mortal Kombat" follows a group of martial artists who are invited to a mysterious tournament. They soon discover that the stakes are higher than they imagined, as they must fight to save Earth from the evil sorcerer Shang Tsung and his minions.
"Mortal Kombat" (1995) is a seminal film in the action-fantasy genre, directed by Paul W.S. Anderson. It brings to life the intense battles and unique characters of the video game, with a narrative that pits good against evil in a high-stakes martial arts tournament. The film's memorable performances and thrilling fight sequences have cemented it as a cult classic among fans.
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Discover More About "Mortal Kombat" (1995)
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