The Scorpion King Movie Poster
This exquisite oil painting on canvas represents The Scorpion King, a beautiful hand-painted movie poster crafted in Ghana, West Africa. These posters are painted by local artists using recycled materials, such as flour sacks, embodying the rich cultural heritage of Ghanaian cinema.
Poster Details
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Film: The Scorpion King
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Genre: Action
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Artist: Sunil Shetty for JK Video Club
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Size: Art size 61" x 40.5" (155 cm x 103 cm)
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Condition: The poster is in excellent condition, showing signs of wear due to its usage in outdoor settings, enhancing its historical value and authenticity. Please refer to the photos for more details.
Cultural and Artistic Significance
Ghanaian hand-painted movie posters like The Scorpion King are a testament to the creative spirit of local artists. Originating from the mobile cinema phenomenon in the 1980s, these posters were essential for attracting audiences to watch films in various locations, from social clubs to open-air settings. Each piece is unique, offering an artist’s personal interpretation of the film, often adding imaginative elements not present in the movie itself.
This hand-painted movie poster portrays the 2002 action-adventure film "The Scorpion King," vividly capturing the film's dynamic and epic scenes. This Ghanaian hand-painted piece, done on recycled flour sacks, showcases the distinctive artistic style with bold and intense colors, reflecting the movie's intense action and ancient setting.
Film Information
"The Scorpion King" (2002)
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Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy
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Director: Chuck Russell
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Cast: Dwayne Johnson (Mathayus), Steven Brand (Memnon), Kelly Hu (Cassandra), Michael Clarke Duncan (Balthazar), Grant Heslov (Arpid), Bernard Hill (Philos)
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Plot: Set in ancient Egypt, Mathayus is hired to assassinate Memnon, a tyrant attempting to eliminate the remaining free tribes. Mathayus's journey turns into a quest for vengeance against an oppressor who seeks to dominate the known world.
"The Scorpion King" is an exciting tale of bravery and rebellion against tyranny, revolving around Mathayus's transformation from an assassin to a noble king. The film showcases a blend of mythical storytelling and action-packed sequences, contributing to its unique position within the adventure and fantasy genre.
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