Monday 11th May - Antiques, Jewellery, Militaria, Coins, Comics Vinyl, Toys, Ceramics, Collectables
Monday 11th May - Antiques, Jewellery, Militaria, Coins, Comics Vinyl, Toys, Ceramics, Collectables
A Vintagel United Kingdom Quad theatrical release film poster for the 1965 musical comedy A Swingin’ Summer, distributed by Eagle Films. This poster marks the first major film role for Raquel Welch, who is prominently billed as The Screen’s Most Exciting New Star!. The design features a large central monochromatic image of Welch in a bikini against a blue and white brush-effect background adorned with stars and musical notes. The composition includes photographic stills of guest musical acts and illustrated vignettes depicting water skiing and powerboats. Billed cast members include James Stacy, William A. Wellman, Jr., Quinn O’Hara, Martin West, and Mary Mitchell. Musical performances are credited to The Righteous Brothers, Gary Lewis and the Playboys, Donnie Brooks, The Rip Chords, and Jody Miller. Technical credits include filming in Techniscope and Technicolour, with direction by Robert Sparr. Promotional taglines read She’s too hot to handle!… Too cool to refuel!, alongside a circular inset listing 7 Great New Song Hits!. The British U Universal censor rating symbol is located in the lower centre. The poster is presented in a contemporary silver-toned, brushed-metal snap-style frame.
30 x 40 inches (approximate).
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