Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Reasons Film Posters Make The Best Present For A Film Buff

By Jan Hewitt


Choosing gifts may be a challenging task even if the recipient is a close friend or family member. It may be difficult to gauge whether they would genuinely appreciate the gift. However, film fanatics are one group of people for whom buying gifts "is a breeze". One can never go wrong by buying them the film posters which correlate with their best films. Collecting cinematic memorabilia is a tradition stretching all the way back to film's formative years. Formerly, authentic autographs or photographs were indeed amongst the most sought-after collectibles. However, promotional material later became a significant part of cinema memorabilia, with many fetching high prices on worldwide markets, amongst fanatics who view them as being representative of fine cinematic performance and its golden years.

Before 1985, horror movie posters were distributed almost exclusively to theatres, for promotional purposes, to be returned to the distributor once the film had left the circuit. In later years, some were made available to dealers and other distributors from whom the rarest editions could be purchased. Now, through online mediums, it is possible to purchase sought-after collector's items as well as the latest versions, which can be shipped to locations around the world.

Buying a gift always seems to be more meaningful when special thought has been put into making the right choice, according to the recipient's preferences. This is why buying a movie poster is usually well received and shows that someone has gone the extra mile to find out exactly what their preferences are and to buy a gift they know will be enjoyed and treasured. A good visual piece will represent exactly what the cinematic performance is like and what lies in store for the viewer. Although original collector pieces are in demand, modern graphic design technology has produced breathtakingly appealing works of art, in different sizes, which capture the most memorable moments and images, many of which are awarded art prizes and awards in celebration of their unique aesthetic value.

A great characteristic of owning a small collection of these works is that they can be re-arranged and presented in innovative ways to fit the over all decor of a room or space. Vintage versions may assist in creating a retro theme, while more contemporary versions may create a tastefully attractive "New World", feel within the space.

Perhaps where before, using them as decor pieces appeared, "tacky", to most, now, avid collectors maintain their most treasured pieces and frame them, especially where rare or original pieces are concerned. Even art reproductions can be presented in tasteful ways, reminiscent of the intrigue and fascination of both old and new cinema.

Previously, certain movie posters were owned and sold through a selected few art dealers, and were difficult to find. Now, various online mediums and shops provide easy access to valuable collector's items as well as widely available ones which are inexpensive but still make a big impact, especially on fanatics who wish to keep the joy and experiences of cinema alive in their own personal spaces.




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