Friday the 13th: Jason Takes Manhattan - Exclusive Hand-Painted Movie Poster
Discover the unique charm of African art with this authentic hand-painted movie poster from Ghana, West Africa. Created by the renowned artist "Black Christ" for SHARP Video Club, this poster captures the thrilling essence of the horror classic Friday the 13th: Jason Takes Manhattan.
Product Details:
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Film Genre: Horror
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Artist: Black Christ
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Dimensions: 50 1/2" x 41 3/4" (128 cm x 106 cm)
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Condition: Good, with minimal signs of wear. Note: Slight paint off in areas, small holes, and usage signs visible. Refer to photos.
Each of our Ghanaian hand-painted movie posters is a piece of authentic African art, exhibited in museums globally and highly collectible. Made using oil paint on recycled canvas, these posters are not just art, they are a piece of cinema history.
This Ghanaian hand-painted movie poster captures the chilling atmosphere of "Friday the 13th: Jason Takes Manhattan," using vibrant and stark imagery to portray the film's horror elements. Crafted on recycled flour sacks, this artwork reflects both the intense scenes of the movie and the unique artistic expression of local Ghanaian artists.
Cultural and Artistic Significance
Ghanaian hand-painted movie posters are significant pieces of African art that emerged in the 1980s to promote mobile cinema in various communities across Ghana. These posters were painted on used flour sacks and are known for their vivid, often exaggerated portrayals of cinematic scenes to attract audiences. Each poster is unique, reflecting the personal style and interpretation of the artist, making them highly collectible items today.
Film Information
Friday the 13th: Jason Takes Manhattan (1989)
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Genre: Horror, Slasher
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Director: Rob Hedden
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Cast: Jensen Daggett as Rennie, Scott Reeves as Sean Robertson, Kane Hodder as Jason Voorhees, and Peter Mark Richman as Charles McCulloch among others.
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Plot: Jason Voorhees stows away on a ship filled with graduating high school students bound for New York City, where he continues his notorious killing spree.
The film is noted for its unique setting on a ship and later the streets of Manhattan, providing a new backdrop for Jason's terror. The plot follows the surviving students as they flee Jason, leading to a climactic showdown in the sewers of New York City where Jason meets a toxic end.
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Discover More About "Friday the 13th: Jason Takes Manhattan"
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