A CHINESE GHOST STORY - Hand Painted Movie Poster
Capture the essence of art and cinema with this exquisite hand-painted movie poster from Ghana, West Africa. This unique artwork, painted on canvas, features the 1987 classic horror-action film A Chinese Ghost Story.
Poster Details:
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Size: 56" x 38.5" (142 cm x 98 cm)
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Condition: Very good, with minor wear signs, enhancing its vintage charm. See photos for more details.
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Origin: Created for NAME VIDEO, this poster is a vibrant representation of African artistry, often displayed in museums worldwide.
Each piece is a testament to the traditional movie marketing in Ghana, making it not just a collectible, but a piece of history.
This hand-painted Ghanaian movie poster depicts scenes from the 1987 Hong Kong romantic comedy horror film "A Chinese Ghost Story." The vivid and expressive artwork captures the haunting and mystical essence of the film, which is a hallmark of Ghanaian hand-painted movie posters.
Cultural and Artistic Significance
The tradition of Ghanaian hand-painted movie posters began in the 1980s with the mobile cinema business in Ghana. Local artists created these posters on recycled flour sacks, bringing films to life with vibrant oil paints. Each poster is unique, reflecting the artist's personal interpretation of the film, often with dramatic, imaginative flair. These posters have become highly collectible pieces of art, celebrated for their bold aesthetic and cultural history.
Film Information
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Director: Ching Siu-tung
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Leading Actors: Leslie Cheung, Joey Wong, Wu Ma
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Plot: The story follows a tax collector, Ning Tsai-Shen, who seeks shelter in a haunted temple where he falls in love with a ghost, Nieh Hsiao-Tsing, whom he tries to save from evil spirits.
"A Chinese Ghost Story" is a cinematic adaptation of a tale from the Qing dynasty collection "Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio." The film blends elements of romance, comedy, and horror, creating a distinctive and memorable cinematic experience. It gained significant popularity, contributing to the genre of Hong Kong supernatural films.
Explore more about the tradition of Ghanaian hand-painted movie posters at TribalGH's collection of Ghana movie posters.
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Discover More About "A Chinese Ghost Story"
For those interested in exploring more about the enchanting and eerie world of "A Chinese Ghost Story," the following resources offer extensive insights into the movie's background, making, and legacy:
