Item Size and Specifications
- Type: Vintage Original Film Poster Photograph
- Dimensions: 13.2cm x 9.8cm (approx. 5.2 x 3.8 inches)
- Subject: Attila '74: The Rape of Cyprus (1975 Documentary Film)
- Director: Michael Cacoyannis
- Venue Featured: Academy Cinema One (Oxford Street)
- Paper Brand: Authentic Agfa Photo Paper (watermarked on reverse)
Description
This is a rare, original vintage promotional photograph featuring the official UK theater poster artwork for Michael Cacoyannis' historic documentary, Attila '74. The poster graphics prominently advertise the screening at London's famous Academy Cinema One on Oxford Street, highlighting it as the first film covering the Cyprus tragedy. The reverse side is printed on genuine Agfa photographic paper and features handwritten archival inventory numbers, the tracking year 1975, a documentary notation, and a historical price mark. This is an incredible and scarce collector's piece for political cinema, Greek-Cypriot history, or vintage film memorabilia enthusiasts.
Condition
- Front: Good vintage condition with deep colors and clear text. Note a very slight, natural aging tint at the bottom left corner margin.
- Reverse: Features a small smudge on the bottom left corner, alongside handwritten archival tracking numbers, "1975", "doc", and a "£15" price marking in ink.
- General: The photograph structure is solid with no major creases, rips, or pinholes. Please check both uploaded images to fully inspect the condition.
Item History
Dating to 1975, this vintage photograph was produced for promotional, media, or archival use during the film's crucial international release window. Directed by the highly acclaimed Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Michael Cacoyannis (best known for Zorba the Greek), Attila '74 remains a powerful, universally recognized cinematic testimony documenting the 1974 Turkish invasion of Cyprus.