Discover the raw artistic beauty of this hand-painted oil on canvas movie poster crafted in Ghana, West Africa. This piece represents a unique tradition of Ghanaian cinematic art, vividly capturing the horror genre through the eyes of renowned artist D.A Armahsco.
Poster Details:
Movie: Fright Night - Horror
Creator: Painted in Ghana by D.A Armahsco for Manso Video Club
Size: 60" x 39" (152 cm x 99 cm)
Condition: Good, with minor damages and wear visible. Full of character!
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This vibrant Ghanaian hand-painted movie poster represents the 1985 American supernatural horror film "Fright Night." The poster captures the film’s thrilling essence with dynamic and exaggerated features, typical of Ghanaian movie art, painted on recycled flour sacks.
Cultural and Artistic Significance
Ghanaian hand-painted movie posters are significant pieces of African art, traditionally created to promote mobile cinema across Ghana. These posters are crafted on recycled canvas, with each painting offering a unique depiction of cinematic stories, reflecting the local artist's personal interpretation and style.
Film Information
Title: Fright Night
Director: Tom Holland
Cast: Chris Sarandon, William Ragsdale, Amanda Bearse, Roddy McDowall, and others.
Plot: A teenager discovers his neighbor is a vampire and seeks help from a TV show host to prevent his evil plans.
