Description
The Victor Victoria (1982) US One-Sheet is an original vintage lithograph poster, not a reproduction. This striking one-sheet features the iconic red lips with a stylized mustache made of golden lights against a dramatic black background. The bold, neon-inspired title treatment, with “Blake Edwards'” prominently displayed above, perfectly captures the film’s revolutionary spirit.
Production & Creative Context
Blake Edwards’ “Victor Victoria” was a groundbreaking comedy that challenged gender conventions in 1982. The film stars Julie Andrews in her Golden Globe-winning performance alongside James Garner, Robert Preston, and Lesley Ann Warren. The poster’s tagline—”The Disguise Surprise Comedy Of The Year!”—perfectly encapsulates the film’s clever exploration of gender roles and identity. Andrews’ character, a struggling female soprano who finds success by pretending to be a man performing as a female impersonator, became an iconic role that influenced comedy cinema for decades to come.
Poster Details
- Size: Standard one-sheet (27″ × 41″)
- Printing Method: Offset lithography
- Backing: Linen-backed
- Condition: Very good, ready to frame. Vintage original with fold lines typical of theatrical distribution
- NSS Number: 820018
- Inventory Number: INV. #6248
- Artist: John Alvin (1948–2008)
- Year: 1982
Why Collectors Love This Poster
The Victor Victoria one-sheet is a must-have for serious movie poster collectors. John Alvin’s design brilliance shines through in the composition—those golden lights forming a mustache against the sensual red lips create instant visual intrigue. The poster captures both the sophistication of the film and its subversive humor. It’s a piece of cinema history that celebrates a film ahead of its time, and Alvin’s iconic imagery has become synonymous with 1980s design excellence.
Your Purchase
Includes a Free Certificate of Authenticity (COA) with your poster. IVPDA certified dealer.
John Alvin (1948 – 2008)
Date:1982
Size:27 x 41 inches
Medium: Offset-Lithograph/ linen-backed
INV. #:6248
The poster will be carefully packaged and shipped with insurance for the full purchase price. International shipping is available upon request.
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