Tiger Claws 2 - Original Hand-Painted Movie Poster from Ghana

This hand-painted Ghanaian movie poster depicts scenes from "Tiger Claws II," featuring dynamic martial arts poses that emphasize the action and excitement typical of 90s martial arts films. The vivid colors and bold strokes capture the film's intense energy, representing the unique style of hand-painted posters on recycled flour sacks used in Ghana.

Cultural and Artistic Significance

The art of hand-painted movie posters in Ghana emerged in the 1980s as a vibrant street art form used to advertise mobile cinema across villages and towns. These posters are painted on recycled flour sacks and are known for their bold, exaggerated depictions, which often vary significantly from the actual movies to attract viewers. This form of art has not only served as a local advertising tool but has also become a significant cultural expression, preserving a unique Ghanaian tradition of storytelling and visual interpretation.

Film Information

Tiger Claws II (1996)

• Genre: Action, Martial Arts
• Director: J. Stephen Maunder
• Cast: Jalal Merhi, Cynthia Rothrock, Bolo Yeung
• Plot: The film follows detectives tracking a martial arts serial killer who has escaped from prison and is pursued across San Francisco's Chinatown, leading to a clash in an ancient martial arts temple.

This film is notable for its martial arts sequences and the partnership between detectives Tarek Richards and Linda Masterson as they navigate the dangerous and mystical underworld of Chinatown.