Nikkatsu Double Feature - Outlaw Gangster VIP & Tekka no...

Original Japanese theatrical movie poster issued by Nikkatsu in 1968. A striking and unusual B2 double-feature poster combining two Nikkatsu productions released in Japan in January 1968. Left: Outlaw: Gangster VIP Japanese title: Burai yori Daikanbu 「無頼」より 大幹部 Directed by Toshio Masuda Starring Tetsuya Watari and Chieko Matsubara. This was the first film in the celebrated Outlaw series. Right: Yukyo Sangokushi: Tekka no Hanamichi 遊侠三国志 鉄火の花道 Directed by Akinori Matsuo Starring Yujiro Ishihara, Akira Kobayashi, Hideki Takahashi and Ruriko Asaoka. A particularly attractive piece of late 1960s Japanese cinema advertising, featuring vivid photographic artwork, large red Japanese typography and strong yakuza and ninkyo imagery. The lower margin bears the original Nikkatsu production and distribution credits and “Printed in Japan NIKKATSU Co.” Lot contents 1 original Japanese theatrical double-feature poster. Condition Good vintage condition. The poster retains strong colours and presents very well for its age. There are small pinholes and mounting marks, minor edge and corner wear, light creasing and handling marks. The upper left area shows more noticeable wear. No linen backing. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the condition description. Details Original theatrical issue Country of origin: Japan Year: 1968 Studio: Nikkatsu Format: Japanese B2 Approximate dimensions: 51.5 × 72.8 cm Number of posters: 1 Shipping The poster will be carefully packed and shipped rolled in a strong protective tube with tracking.

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