SCARFACE 1983 Al Pacino ORIGINAL 1sht 27x41 USA Poster BRIAN De PALMA film
Folded One Sheet Poster USA ("27 x 41"). Vintage unrestored, folded one sheet poster with an age-appropriate look that displays. Very well, with very few.
Signs of use, including edge wear. This poster would look even more sensational after simple linen backing. He loved the American Dream.
The book will shock you. The movie will blow you away.Say hello to my little friend! No one who ever had a dream had a dream like Tony Montana. Paul Shenar, Robert Loggia, Harris Yulan, Miriam Colon, Pepe Serna, Mark Margolis, Richard Belzer, Victor Campos. Lana Clarkson, Katt Shea, Charles Durning (voice), Gregg Henry.
Directed by Brian De Palma and written by Oliver Stone, is a crime drama that chronicles the rise and fall of Tony Montana, a Cuban immigrant who becomes a powerful drug kingpin in Miami. Tony, portrayed by Al Pacino, arrives in the U. During the Mariel Boatlift in 1980. Initially starting as a low-level criminal, he works his way up the drug trade, eventually becoming the head of his own empire.
However, Tony's violent, reckless nature and his insatiable thirst for power lead to his downfall, as he alienates friends, enemies, and his own family. The film is known for its intense violence, memorable dialogue, and portrayal of the corrupting influence of power. Which was below expectations for a high-budget film. However, over time, it developed a substantial cult following, particularly in the home video market.
Its release in VHS and cable television syndication brought new audiences, and by the 1990s. Had become a cultural touchstone. Al Pacino, known for his intense approach to acting, spent months preparing for his role as Tony Montana.
His portrayal of the character became iconic, though it wasn't without its challenges. Pacino has often mentioned how he worked to create a character that was larger-than-life, even imbuing Tony with a mix of Cuban slang and intense bravado that became central to his persona. In fact, Pacino used a dialect coach to perfect the Cuban accent, though it still sparked some controversy for not being entirely authentic to the Cuban experience. Was written by Oliver Stone, who drew upon his own experiences with drugs and the excesses of the 1980s. Stone originally conceived of the story as a comment on the American Dream, illustrating how the quest for wealth and power could lead to destruction.Stone, who had his own battles with addiction, infused the script with his own dark, cynical view of society, which some critics praised for its unflinching look at greed and excess. Brian De Palma's Direction.
One of the most memorable scenes is the famous "chainsaw" scene, which was considered so disturbing that De Palma had to convince the studio to allow it to remain in the final cut. According to De Palma, the intense violence in the film was necessary to depict the brutality of the drug trade and Tony's inevitable self-destruction. Was met with significant controversy due to its graphic violence, obscene language, and habitual drug use. Initially, the film struggled to gain acceptance, with some viewing it as a glorification of crime.
However, over time, it gained a significant cult following, especially among fans of gangster films. The excessive language and violence are now seen as integral parts of the film's identity, though the film was initially criticized for its portrayal of drug use and crime. Has transcended its initial controversy to become a cultural phenomenon, especially in hip-hop culture. Tony Montana's image and catchphrases, such as "Say hello to my little friend, " have been embraced in music, fashion, and street culture. In fact, rappers like Jay-Z, Nas, and The Notorious B. Despite this, Pacino continued to enjoy a long career, receiving an Academy Award for. (1992) and delivering iconic performances in films like. Has endured as one of the most influential films in cinema, with an impact that extends far beyond the screen. Its complex characters, unforgettable lines, and exploration of greed, ambition, and corruption continue to resonate with audiences around the world. More than 30,000 un-restored original rare paper items. Over one thousand linen backed posters.