The Enigma Of A Movie Poster.
Have you ever noticed how movie posters make heads turn, especially when they are not displayed at a movie theater? Do you feel that movie posters somehow connect you to a certain period of your life when that movie was shown in the theaters?
Movie posters have always had a certain magnetism around them that sparks off memories of the movie it portrays and the symbolism of the movie itself. For example, the classical movie poster of Gone with the Wind resembles the romance and tragedy of its time. Many folks who watched this movie for the first time during the 60s now are reminded of their youth whenever they catch a glimpse of this poster. They reflect on the naivety of that time and how they had imagined themselves as Rhett Butler or Scarlett O'Hara. Perhaps they had watched this movie with their sweethearts and are reminded of the good times they had then.
Movie posters have always had a certain magnetism around them that sparks off memories of the movie it portrays and the symbolism of the movie itself. For example, the classical movie poster of Gone with the Wind resembles the romance and tragedy of its time. Many folks who watched this movie for the first time during the 60s now are reminded of their youth whenever they catch a glimpse of this poster. They reflect on the naivety of that time and how they had imagined themselves as Rhett Butler or Scarlett O'Hara. Perhaps they had watched this movie with their sweethearts and are reminded of the good times they had then.

23.6 in. x 31.47 in.
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36 in. x 24 in.
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People collect movie posters for various reasons. Of course there are the teenage collectors who put up movie posters to reflect their individuality. Some swoon over their movie star idols and therefore put their posters up to show everyone and themselves who they love. Whatever the reason is, teenagers make up the majority of movie poster collectors.

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The way in which the elements within these posters are uniquely put together generates an enigma that no other item can.Yet there are also those who frame up movie posters and use them as decorative pictures for their home. To them, the movie poster is a work of art and is to be admired. Also, to the romantics, movie posters remind them of a time in their lives which may have been enjoyable, happy or just memorable. Movie posters have a way of bringing us back in time, especially to a season when things were much less complicated, and movies were always great events to look forward to.
Poster Frames: Movies And More.

12 in. x 16 in.
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Poster frames are an investment that you shouldn't live without. There are actually several types of these frames available to serve the function that you need them to. Why should you bother putting your posters in them? Why not just mount them on the wall and call it done? The benefit of adding a frame to your poster is simple. It allows you to create a beautiful look that also helps to preserve the quality of the photo for a long time to come.
Poster frames can be purchased relatively inexpensively. You can find them available in many styles and sizes, to fit virtually every need. If you can't find the size you need, you can select to have them custom made to fit your specific sizing or even your favorite color or shape. Here are some considerations for selecting the best frames for your posters.

31.5 in. x 23.625 in.
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Choose a frame that is larger than the poster that you plan to put in it. Then, place a mat board around the outside of the poster to help secure the edges and protect them from damage.
Select plastic rather than glass for the inside of the frame if you are putting them up on unsupported walls. If you will be using glass or a heavy frame, look for the stud in the wall to help insure that it will have the strength to hold up the poster.
Select from a variety of colors. To help make the poster pop on you wall, select a color that isn't the most important color in the poster but one that is still there.
Doing these things can help you to secure your posters for a long time in coming. Without a bit of attention to this detail, though, you may find yourself with just an okay poster.
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DressGoon
Dec 16, 2010 @ 9:58 pm | delete
- Great lens. and i agree with a the big lebowski poster haha
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sudsgear
Oct 8, 2010 @ 4:58 pm | delete
- posters and t shirts are the way to express a feeling or mood. I would have liked to seen a "The Big Lewboski" poster in this article. But, the dude abides.
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