Film Posters

There is nothing more exciting than a trip to the movies! If you are a movie buff, you may have considered collecting movie posters before. This popular past time takes on a variety of different forms, but is a great way to collect these most unique pieces of art. Whether you are looking for your favorite childhood movie posters, or if you simply like the artwork that goes into creating each poster, you should have no trouble building up your collection.

Collecting movies posters is fun, because there is no right or wrong way to do it. Some people like to collect vintage movie posters, while others like to collect original movie posters from their favorite movies.

Original movie posters are those pieces that debuted in a theatre, as opposed to copies. Some of the most popular movie posters at the moment are Star Wars movie posters. If you can find a film Memorabilia that is signed, you have a great collector’s piece! An original signed Star Wars movie poster can go for hundreds of dollars on a popular auction site. It is important with any collectible item to find out the going rate of the item at the time. Whether you plan to keep the item for many generations or plan on selling it for a profit, you need to know what an acceptable price to pay for the item is.

Some movie poster collector’s complain that they don’t make posters like they used to. Vintage movie posters are very hot and can usually cost around $75-100 dollars a piece. Generally a vintage movie poster is at least twenty years old. Rare finds from the 30’s or 40’s are very interesting pieces. Vintage movie posters are true works of art, and can make a great addition to any wall.

Once you find the movie poster you want, it is important to take care of your investment. Consult with your local framer to find the best way to keep your posters safe and secure. You will want acid and lignin free matting, and make sure to keep the piece clean and free of debris.