This is a 5" x 25" theater-style auditorium mylar for True Grit (1969).
Directed by Henry Hathaway and starring John Wayne, Kim Darby, and Glen Campbell, True Grit is one of the most beloved Westerns of its era. The film follows determined young Mattie Ross as she hires the hard-drinking, one-eyed U.S. Marshal Rooster Cogburn to track down the man who murdered her father.
John Wayne's iconic performance as Rooster Cogburn earned him the Academy Award for Best Actor, cementing the character as one of the most memorable figures in classic Western cinema.
This mylar features the distinctive original theatrical artwork, with the large TRUE GRIT title, dramatic Western imagery, and the memorable tagline “A brand new brand of American frontier story.” The vintage artwork and subdued color palette give this banner an especially authentic classic-Hollywood appearance.
These narrow mylar banners were traditionally displayed above theater auditorium entrances, making them a unique and less commonly seen form of cinema advertising. Full-size posters can take up a tremendous amount of wall space, while 5" x 25" theater mylars allow collectors to display a large number of films in a relatively small area.
This example is brand new and unused, carefully stored and handled with care, and remains in excellent condition.
The first photo shows the mylar displayed in a lightbox, where the artwork appears especially bold and vibrant. The second photo shows its normal appearance under standard lighting. Displays especially well when backlit.
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Details:
🎬 True Grit (1969)
🎥 Directed by Henry Hathaway
🎭 Starring John Wayne, Kim Darby & Glen Campbell
🤠 Western / Drama / Adventure
📅 Original Release: 1969
📏 Size: 5" x 25"
Original theater-style mylar / auditorium door banner reissue
🖼️ One-sided design (intended for backlit display)
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A fantastic addition for classic movie collectors, Western fans, John Wayne enthusiasts, and collectors of vintage theatrical memorabilia. This is a particularly great display piece for anyone who appreciates the classic era of Hollywood Westerns.
Be sure to check out my other movie mylar listings, including classic films, Westerns, horror, cult favorites, and other hard-to-find theater-style designs.
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