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EVIL THING Movie Poster - Hand-Painted Ghanaian African Art

EVIL THING Movie Poster - Hand-Painted Ghanaian African Art

EVIL THING Movie Poster - Hand-Painted Ghanaian Artwork

This is a stunning hand-painted EVIL THING movie poster, created with oil on canvas in Ghana, West Africa. This unique piece of African art captures the essence of the movie's ritualistic themes, including JuJu and black magic, making it a captivating collector's item.

Details for this Film and Poster:

  • Film: EVIL THING
  • Genre: Ritual - JuJu - Black Magic
  • Artist: Hand-painted in Ghana by "T. Brew" for ZIGGY video
  • Size: 57" x 39" (145 cm x 99 cm)
  • Condition: Good condition. Some areas show signs of wear with minor paint loss, small repairs, and a few small holes due to usage. Please refer to photos for details.

This hand-painted movie poster titled "Evil Thing" captures the dark and ominous atmosphere often associated with horror and thriller genres. The poster showcases a central figure that evokes a sense of dread, surrounded by vivid, unsettling imagery, all rendered in the bold, expressive style typical of Ghanaian hand-painted movie posters.

Cultural and Artistic Significance

Ghanaian hand-painted movie posters are a vibrant and unique art form that emerged in the 1980s, primarily used to promote films in mobile cinemas across Ghana. Painted on recycled flour sacks, these posters were created by local artists who often took creative liberties with the content, adding or exaggerating scenes to attract larger audiences. Each poster is a one-of-a-kind piece that reflects the artist's personal interpretation of the film. Over time, these posters have gained international recognition, being exhibited in museums and collected by art enthusiasts around the world. The "Evil Thing" poster is an excellent example of this tradition, combining local artistry with the global appeal of cinema.

For a glimpse into the history and artistry of these posters, visit TribalGH's collection of sold Ghana movie posters Archives.

Explore more about the unique tradition of Ghanaian hand-painted movie posters at TribalGH's collection of Ghana movie posters.

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