Price Guide And Introduction To Movie Posters And Movie Memorabilia

Since the earliest days of filmmaking, studios have marketed their films in every imaginable way. Film trailers, magazine advertisements, radio and television spots, and promotional items have all played a role in getting the attention of the public. But, for film fans all over the world, one area of film advertising remains nostalgically close to their hearts: the movie poster.Movie Poster Prices by Jon Warren is the definitive guide to the hobby of collecting original movie posters. A comprehensive introduction lays the groundwork for a new collector, defining the types of movie posters and explaining how to grade the condition and determine the date and authenticity of a poster. This section is followed by alphabetical listings for over 18,000 films with current values for almost 20,000 posters. Each listing includes the year of release, major stars, releasing company, poster type, dimensions, country of origin and current market value.Jon Warren?s Movie Poster Prices has been the collector?s handbook of choice since 1985.

Most people view movie posters as an expensive form of expendable advertising. Others, however, see the posters as valuable art. If you are in the latter category, this is the work for you. All facets of collecting movie posters are covered in this guide book. The history of the movie poster is first presented, including a look at how the early studios influenced the development of posters. Next is a brief look at the world of movie art collecting. This is followed by a reference section that provides comprehensive explanations of the most commonly used terms in the field. Getting your collection started is the next topic, giving novice and more experienced collectors information on publications and materials available, where to go to purchase posters, where to go for help and other items. A concluding section details the proper care and handling of movie art materials, along with methods for restoration.

Collecting authentic movie posters is an exciting and fast-growing hobby with an outstanding track record of value appreciation. Famous collectors in this field include Steven Spielberg, Martin Scorcese, Ted Turner, Michael Jackson, and Jack Nicholson. Collectors decorate their homes, offices, and even their home theaters with these beautiful artworks from Hollywood's past. This book is the collector's bible for assessing the current value of movie poster investments. Over 33,000 movie titles are alphabetically listed along with the current value for the original movie poster. Complete information about how to start collecting, the different types of posters, how to determine authenticity, how to preserve and display your originals, and much more is included. -- The only price guide for movie poster collectors -- Comprehensive -- over 33,000 movie titles with current poster values -- Each movie listing also includes year of release, releasing company, major stars, and important notes such as Academy Awards -- Movie poster collecting is on the verge of a boom similar to baseball card collecting -- every new collector needs this book! The definitive guide to collecting original movie posters. Over 33,000 movie titles from 1990 to date with current poster values.

With the help of this official price guide, collectors will know just what their movie autographs and collectibles are worth.

Collecting authentic movie posters is an exciting and fast-growing hobby with an outstanding track record of value appreciation. Famous collectors in this field include Steven Spielberg, Martin Scorcese, Ted Turner, Michael Jackson, and Jack Nicholson. Collectors decorate their homes, offices, and even their home theaters with these beautiful artworks from Hollywood's past. This book is the collector's bible for assessing the current value of movie poster investments. Over 33,000 movie titles are alphabetically listed along with the current value for the original movie poster. Complete information about how to start collecting, the different types of posters, how to determine authenticity, how to preserve and display your originals, and much more is included. -- The only price guide for movie poster collectors -- Comprehensive -- over 33,000 movie titles with current poster values -- Each movie listing also includes year of release, releasing company, major stars, and important notes such as Academy Awards -- Movie poster collecting is on the verge of a boom similar to baseball card collecting -- every new collector needs this book!