Discover a rare and beautiful WRONG TURN movie poster – an authentic, hand-painted artwork from Ghana, West Africa. Created by renowned artist "O.A HEAVY" for "MANSO" Video, this unique poster showcases the vibrant artistic tradition of Ghanaian movie posters. Made using oil paint on recycled canvas (used flour sacks), each poster is a one-of-a-kind collectible, reflecting the artist's personal vision of the film.
Poster Details:
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Film: WRONG TURN
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Genre: Horror
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Size: 62" x 41" (157 cm x 104 cm)
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Condition: Very good, with some areas showing paint wear and signs of use. See photos for details.
This hand-painted Ghanaian movie poster for "Wrong Turn" (2003) emphasizes the terror and survival elements of the film. With vibrant strokes, the artist captures the gruesome and tense atmosphere of being hunted in the woods. Bold, exaggerated imagery of the film's cannibal antagonists conveys a heightened sense of horror, characteristic of the unique Ghanaian movie poster style.
Cultural and Artistic Significance
Hand-painted Ghanaian movie posters are an important cultural artifact. In the 1980s, local artists began painting these posters on recycled flour sacks to advertise films for mobile cinemas across Ghana. The posters, often creatively reinterpreted by the artist, depicted scenes from the movies with vibrant colors and dramatic compositions to attract local audiences. These posters are now highly collectible, embodying a unique blend of African artistry and global cinema. Their wear and tear from weather and travel only add to their authentic charm.
Film Information
"Wrong Turn" (2003)
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Genre: Horror, Slasher
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Director: Rob Schmidt
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Writer: Alan B. McElroy
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Cast: Desmond Harrington (Chris Flynn), Eliza Dushku (Jessie Burlingame), Emmanuelle Chriqui (Carly Numan), Jeremy Sisto (Scott Korbee), Kevin Zegers (Evan Ross), and Lindy Booth (Francine).
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Plot: A group of friends becomes stranded in the remote West Virginia woods and falls prey to a family of disfigured, cannibalistic mountain men. As they fight for survival, they must outwit and escape the bloodthirsty clan, culminating in a deadly showdown at the family’s cabin.
"Wrong Turn" (2003) is the first film in the popular slasher franchise. The story centers on six individuals who, after taking a detour in the woods, are hunted by a family of deformed cannibals. Director Rob Schmidt and writer Alan B. McElroy deliver a classic survival horror narrative filled with suspense and gore. Eliza Dushku’s performance as Jessie stands out as she becomes one of the last survivors fighting for escape.
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Discover More About "Wrong Turn" (2003)
For those interested in diving deeper into the chilling story of "Wrong Turn" (2003), the following resources provide extensive insights into the movie’s background, production, and reviews:
