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The Killing of a Chinese Bookie

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This rare style and size poster was produced by Cassevetes' own company. He had the photographer, Sam Shaw, produce various different photographic posters, which were printed in small quantities, and not used for the film's main advertising. All of these poster were unusual sizes, and different from the standard American ones. This American crime film was directed and written by John Cassavetes and stars Ben Gazzara. Cassavetes is hugely respected in the film world as a pioneer of independent filmmaking. This poster is Unfolded, Linen backed and conservation framed with UV plexiglass. The size given is without the frame. This poster would be shipped boxed.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 38 in (96.52 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 0.1 in (2.54 mm)
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1976
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  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU989126181722

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