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We were saddened to hear about the passing of the legendary Gene Hackman this morning. A staple of the films we’ve watched over the years, he was always a phenomenal actor, delivering unforgettable performances throughout his career.
Retiring in 2004, Hackman starred in over 100 films, including The Conversation, pictured here with stunning artwork by the equally talented @laurent_durieuxillustration.

Directed by Francis Ford Coppola, the film remains a masterpiece, and Coppola himself had high praise for Hackman, calling him “a great actor” and “a great artist.” Reflecting on his passing, Coppola said:

“The loss of a great artist is always cause for both mourning and celebration. Gene Hackman was a great actor, inspiring and magnificent in his work and complexity. I mourn his loss and celebrate his existence and contribution.”

We couldn’t agree more—Hackman was truly one of the greats.

Durieux’s alternative movie poster was created to mark the 50th anniversary of The Conversation, and, as always, his work is breathtaking. We love the composition and the way it captures the film’s tone. Both Regular and Variant editions were released through @nautilusartprints last June, with some copies still available.

The Conversation
24” x 36” Screen print, 15 color
Regular – edition of 350
Variant – edition of 125

#theconversation #genehackman #alternativemovieposter #altposter #posterart #amp #limitededition #24×36 #screenprint #francisfordcoppola #posterdesign #laurentdurieux

Our runner up poster of the year for 2024, The Twilight Zone by @elvisdeadposters. No stranger to creating #alternativemovieposters, ElvisDead has been producing horror inspired artwork and #amps for a number of years. We were first introduced to him in 2020 when we picked up one of our first Mondo posters – Frankenstein. Even back then we were impressed with the highly detailed and his textured style with intricate linework and shading. The technique he uses is reminiscent of etching or scratchboard art and looks great in a finished piece.

As he has created more alternative movie posters there has been an increase in popularity of his work as noted by the comments posted in various commission groups. And for good reason, the artwork is phenomenal. It’s hard not to be impressed by the complexity and level of detail in this piece. The fact that so many different elements from the classic TV show are included is just mind boggling. Elvisdead said there are over 80 references to various actors and episodes from the series. Truly a love letter to the show. And no variants here, just some gorgeous artwork, the way it was intended.

The Twilight Zone by Elvisdead
24” x 36” Screen Print
Edition of 40

#thetwilightzone #rodserling #altposter #posterart #posterdesign #limitededition #screenprint #scifi #horror

Our 2024 alternative movie poster of the year, Taxi Driver by Krzysztof Domaradzki (@krzysztof_domaradzki). Head over to our site to see why it was it our poster of the year.

36” x 24” Screen Print, 10 color
Red Light Variant – edition of 145

#taxidriver #martinscorsese #robertdinero #amp #alternativemovieposter #altposter #posterart #jodifoster #cybillshepherd #privatecommission #limitededition #posterdesign

Back from a little hiatus for the holidays and during the break we watched the film Who Framed Roger Rabbit. A late 80’s “PG” film from Steven Spielberg that we were huge fans of growing up. We can even recall the photo spot at the Disney MGM Studios back lot that had a steamroller you could get crushed under that was from the final scene from the film. Had some good times there.

As for alternative movie posters, there are not a ton for this film. Recently there was a private commission with artwork by @bembiann_art who blew our doors off with the AMP she has created for the film. It dropped in two versions, a color one and the one pictured here, a black and white “Noir” version. Both are exceptional, but we really like the spot gloss enamel varnish that was applied to Jessica Rabbit’s dress that gives this version an extra pop. The composition is outstanding in this piece and the choice to incorporate the Ink and Paint Club into the artwork is a good one. As usual with Bembi’s artwork, the piece is very detailed and the likenesses are impeccable. The typography is also very well done and it is just a fantastic print all around.

Who Framed Roger Rabbit by Ann Bembi
36” x 24” Screen Print, 11 color
“Noir” Variant – edition of 45

#whoframedrogerrabbit #stevenspielberg #alternativemovieposter #amp #altposter #posterart #posterdesign #80smovie #privatecommission #limitededition #screenprint #posterdesign

Was flattening some prints and when I got to this one, The Grand Budapest Hotel by @rorykurtz, I was struck by how impressive the art is and had to stop and pull it out for this post. Kurtzs’ work is always so clean and polished with lovely shading, it’s hard not to admire it. These were dropped in conjunction with a film screening by @codacurates. There were two additional versions, a fancy gold foil edition and a screening edition. What a beauty.

The Grand Budapest Hotel by Rory Kurtz
24” x 36” Screen Print, 12 color
Timed version – edition of 260

#thegrandbudapesthotel #wesanderson #alternativemovieposter #amp #altposter #posterart #posterdesign #rorykurtz #screenprint #limitededition

A Wretched Hive by Martin Ansin (@martinansin). Released via @mondonews and printed by @dl_screenprinting.

2010
36” x 24” Screen Print
Regular – edition of 360
Metallic Silver Variant (pictured) – edition of 150

We were shuffling away Ansin’s recent Empire Strikes Back poster that he did with Bottleneck Gallery when we saw this print that we have not laid eyes on in some time. Love the simplicity of this print. A single scene from A New Hope, superbly illustrated. Ansin said when he drew this image, “I wanted to see how the cantina scene would look if it had been illustrated for an old book, if Star Wars was a traditional epic adventure sharing space with King Arthur and Beowulf. Who knows, maybe sometime in the future it will.” In our opinion he nailed that aesthetic. Finely printed by the folks at DL Screenprinting, the variant includes metallic inks.
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#starwars #awretchedhiveofscumandvillainy #moseisleycantina #lukeskywalker #obiwankenobi #pondababa #corneliusevazan #martinansin #screenprint #mondoposter #alamodrafthouse #artprint #posterart #anewhope

Princess Mononoke by Ise Ananphada (@ise_ananphada). Released via @spoke_art

24” x 36” Screen Print
Regular – 11 color, edition of 150
Glow in the Dark (pictured) – 12 color, edition of 50
Black & White – 7 color, edition of 50

Mesmerizing artwork from the Studio Ghibli film, Princess Mononoke by Ise Ananphada. It’s astonishing how much of the film can be found incorporated into a single piece, but Ananphada manages to pull it off. Most of her work is jam-packed with imagery from the source and that is the case here too. Really impressive. This is the Spoke Art Society variant that features Glow in the Dark inks that look great. If you missed out on the release, you may be in luck as we’ll have a copy of the regular version up in our shop soon.
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#princessmononoke #studioghibli #anime #japanimation #glowinthedark #movieposter #alternativemovieposter #altposter #hayaomiyazaki #posterdesign #screenprint #limitededition

The Bride of Frankenstein by Anthony Petrie (@anthonypetriedesign). Released via @bottleneckgallery.

24” x 36” Screen Print
Regular (pictured) – edition of 200
Variant- edition of 100

Happy Friday the 13th. Spellbinding artwork from The Bride of Frankenstein by Anthony Petrie. A companion piece to Petrie’s phenomenal Frankenstein artwork that was released back in 2020. These pieces have outstanding design and style and pretty different from what we normally see in the alternative movie poster world. The artwork also incorporates excellent use of textures and the typography is spot on for the title work. Can’t wait to pair this one with Frankenstein for Halloween next month.
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#thebrideoffrankenstein #AlternativeMoviePoster #AltPoster #PosterDesign #UniversalMonsters #fridaythe13th #limitededition #Horror #ClassicHorror #screenprint #posterart

Sicario by Jake Kontou (@jakekontou), with assistance by @saniose and printed by @ladylazarustx.

2021
24” x 36” Screen Print
Edition of 50

Superb artwork for Sicario by Jake Kontou. Not sure why, but it seems there are only two #altetnativemovieposters for this #dennisvilleneuve film. Kontou’s take is exceptional with spot on likenesses and great concept, executed flawlessly.

Kontou stated that when creating the piece he explored the concept of character morals, with the left side representing those who preserved their morals and those on the right who have lost theirs. The characters down the center are changed during the film and therefore straddle this boundary. Always enjoy hearing what inspired the artist and why the art looks the way it does. I wish more artists would get into their inspiration when creating pieces as it is fascinating to hear.

Love the map in the background and silhouetted soldiers that highlight the broader border conflict that is a key element of the film. This print is actually a giclée that is a printers proof. These were released via Kontou’s mystery tubes drops a few months ago. When producing new prints, he often gets giclée printers, proofs produced for review, and this came from that batch. Very fortunate to have received one as it’s a gorgeous print.
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#sicario #hitman #amp #altposter #posterdesign #posterart #emilyblunt #joshbrolin #beniciodeltoro #movieposter #postercollector #limitededition #crimedrama #privatecommission

Dawn of the Dead by Ken Taylor (@kentaylorart). Released via @justinishmael in collaboration with @bottleneckgallery.

2024
36” x 24” Screen Print, 8 color
Regular – edition of 150
Variant (pictured) – edition of 100

Another superb piece of art from Ken Taylor this one from George Romero’s Dawn of the Dead. When I unpacked these prints the first thing that hit me was the striking red color used in the screen prints. Then as you spend more time looking at it, the immense amount of detail becomes clear and it is impressive. Love all the different zombies so finely articulated, with varying expressions. Full title and credits on this one making it a stunning print. Taylor has some new artwork dropping with @postersandtoys later today as well. If you are into Dirty Heads, be sure to check that out. If you missed out on this Dawn of the Dead print, we’ll have the regular up in the shop at the end of the week.
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#dawnofthedead #georgeromero #horror #horrormovies #alternativemovieposter #altposter #amp #limitededition #movieposter #posterdesign #zombie #kentaylor

Beetlejuice by Jonathan Wayshak (@wayshak). Released via @mondonews and printed by @dl_screenprinting.

2023
24” x 36” Screen Print
Regular- edition of 165
Variant (pictured) – edition of 90

As the release of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice draws near it got me thinking about this print from Jonathan Wayshak that was released last year with Mondo. Brilliant artwork with some insane line work, the details are mesmerizing. Snake form Betelgeuse looks great and we are diggin’ the inclusion of Adam and Barbara in their monster forms. Even Lydia makes an appearance, snapping away with her camera. Such an awesome print.
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#beetlejuice #betelgeuse #alternativemovieposter #posterart #altposter #screenprint #timburton #comedy #movieposters #posterdesign #michaelkeaton #alecbaldwin #geenadavis #beetlejuicebeetlejuicebeetlejuice

Uncut Gems by Akiko Stehrenberger (@doyrivative). Private commission (I think), printed by @bakerprints.

2023
24” x 36” Screen Print
Edition of 60

We absolutely love this poster. Fabulous artwork from the Adam Sandler film, Uncut Gems by Akiko Stehrenberger. Superb concept, as is always the case from her and executed to perfection. Really like the colors in this one too and Baker Prints did a great job on the printing.
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#uncutgems #adamsandler #movieposter #alternativemovieposter #amp #altposter #posterdesign #posterart #limitededition #a24 #artistproof #postercollector

The Shining by Wolfgang LeBlanc (@wolfgangleblanc). Separations by @saniose.

2024
24” x 36” Screen Print
Edition of 75

Exquisite artwork from the Stanley Kubrick film the shining by Wolfgang LeBlanc. Based on the Stephen King book, the film is a psychological horror/drama masterpiece that still stands up fantastically today. LeBlanc does an excellent job capturing some of the main scenes and themes from the film and the character likenesses are spot on. This is only the second Shining piece we have in the archives, but it’s definitely our favorite.
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#theshining #stevenking #stanleykubrick #jacknicholson #alternativemovieposters #altposter #movieposter #posterart #amp #redrum #allworkandnoplaymakesjackadullboy #horror #psychologicalthriller #posterdesign #poster #screenprint

Rear Window by Paul Mann (@paulmannart). Typography and variant design by the one and only @saniose. Released by @madduckposters.

2024
24” x 36” Screen Print

Regular – edition of 275
Variant (pictured) – edition of 250
Foil – edition of 100

Superb artwork for Hitchcock’s Rear Window by Paul Mann. Absolutely love the retro look on this one. Man is done a fantastic job with the composition and likenesses, while Juan Saniose’s contributions (text, seps and design elements) to the variant are spectacular. This is one of our favorite Paul Man Alfred Hitchcock pieces. Nice little details in it as well, like the Hitchcock silhouette hiding in the background behind James Stewart’s ear. Just an amazing #alternativemovieposter all around.
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#rearwindow #alfredhitchcock #jamesstewart #gracekelly #suspensethriller #amp #altposter #posterdesign #screenprint #limitededition #paulmann #movieposter #postercollector

The Mask of Zorro by Chris Valentine (@christhevalentine). Released via @cellardoorgallery_

2023
24” x 36” Lithograph
Regular (pictured) – edition of 200
B&W Variant – edition of 125

Awesome work from Valentine for a grossly underrepresented film in the #AMP community, The Mask of Zorro. The artwork is both dramatic and dynamic. Bright, fiery colors contrast nicely with Zorro and the overall image has nice balance. It has a somewhat of a vintage look to it and we love the little details like the 25 anniversary icon. Nice job with the title work as well. Fantastic work, of which prints are still available on the Cellar Door Gallery website.
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#themaskofzorro #antoniobanderas #anthonyhopkins #amblinentertainment #catherinezetajones #zorro #lithograph #movieposter #alternativemovieposter #amp #posterart #altposter #posterdesign

Jaws by Sam Dunn (@xsamdunnx). Released via @vicepressnews.

2024
24” x 36” Lithograph
Edition of 200

Happy 4th of July to those that celebrate. You can’t have Independence Day without Jaws can you? Such a fantastic print from Dunn. Love the somewhat comic style and the composition is so cool, with the shark breaking out of a wood frame on Amity beach. It also has a vintage look and feel thanks to the color palette. Some nice included details such as the reward poster, yellow barrels and the air tank that is a key element of the film. Such a fine piece.
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#jaws #stevenspielberg #movieposters #alternativemovieposter #altposter #posterdesign #4thofjuly #posterart #royscheider #robertshaw #richarddreyfuss #sharks #24×36 #lithograph #limitededition

Mobile Suit Gundam by Rory Kurtz (@rorykurtz). Released via @spoke_art.

2023
24” x 36” Screen Print
Regular – edition of 100
SAS Variant (pictured) – edition of 75
RKCG Variant- edition of 75

Gundam by Rory Kurtz. What a gorgeous poster from Kurtz. Kurtz always delivers the goods when it comes to alternative movie posters, his clean lines and excellent compositions always stand out and make for fantastic prints. These prints for Gundam came out especially well. Love the composition on these and the Spoke Art Society edition here is simply stunning. The metallic inks really pop and if you look close at some of the pictures you’ll notice it. Overall just an amazing poster.
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#mobilesuitgundam #anime #posterdrop #screenprint #posterart #posterdesign #manga #gundam #rorykurtz #24×36 #japaneseanime

The Wicker Man by Richey Beckett (@richeybeckett). Printed by @printsofthieves

2024
24” x 36” Screen Print, 9 & 7 color
Regular – edition of 220
Variant – edition of 75

Gorgeous artwork for The Wicker Man by Richey Beckett. Released to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the film. Love the striking and eerie aesthetic it conveys that lines up marvelously with the film. The muted color palette in the variant pictured here is excellent and adds a great overall contrast to the piece. What a great print.
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#thewickerman #alternativemovieposter #amp #posterdesign #altposter #robinhardy #posterdesign #movieposter #screenprint #horror #limitededition

20,000 Leagues Under the Sea by Kwow (Anuwat Chairussamewong). Private commission, printed by @whiteduck

2023
24” x 36” Giclée
Regular – edition of 110
Variant – edition of 35

Jaw-dropping artwork for the Disney film, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea from Kwow. This was a private commission that also had a screen print done as well in a larger run. While we generally prefer screen prints, this “1954 Vintage Variant” absolutely knocked our socks off. Giclée’s will often have more color depth than a screen print, but it’s the typography that we were so impressed with. The title, credits, even the Cinemascope and Technicolor additions are just outstanding and take this print to another level. The main title is a throwback to the original poster artwork as were some of the other details. Props to Jeff Barge and Andrew Rowland who did a phenomenal job on the typography. The paper choice is perfect and the print job by White Duck is spot on. Overall a beautiful print from one of our favorite films from our childhood. This one will be on the wall for a while.
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#20000leaguesunderthesea #alternativemovieposter #posterdesign #amp #altposter #typography #captainnemo #julesverne #nautilus #privatecomission #giclée #disney #posterart #movieposter