ALGIERS (1938) Original Pre-War Belgian Poster, Casbah, Boyer, Hedy Lamarr

Description

RARE Belgian Original Release Movie Poster -
Algiers (1938) aka Casbah,
Charles Boyer, Hedy Lamarr, Sigrid Gurie, Gene Lockhart, Pepe Le Moko, John Cromwell
Next up is this wonderful original Belgian movie poster from the first release of John Cromwell's film noir drama,
Algiers
. This was virtually a word-for-word remake of the classic French film
Pepe le Moko
which starred Jean Gabin. In this Hollywood version, Charles Boyer took the role of Pepe the jewel thief which earned him an Academy Award nomination. In supporting roles were Hedy Lamarr (her American film debut), Sigrid Gurie , Gene Lockhart (Oscar nominated) and Joseph Calleia. This poster is from the 1st release of the film in Belgium which was probably soon before the start of the war in Europe (1938 or 1939). It is in the larger, pre-war format. Though the artwork is beautiful and intact, this poster does have a few condition issues as noted and would probably benefit from linenbacking and a bit of restoration. In it's current state it is still very presentable considering it is more than 80 years old.
DESCRIPTION:
Algiers (1938)
- United Artists, Directed by John Cromwell
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN/SIZE: Belgium  23" x 29.5"
CONDITION: Good Condition.  Partially trimmed top white border. Tax stamp attached in border area. Quite a few  bumps, chips and small tears in the white borders. Slight fold wear and separation. A few pieces of cello tape used to strengthen fold wear on the reverse. Overall yellowing of paper after 80 years. Folded as originally issued, this poster has been stored rolled for a number of years and will be shipped rolled in a sturdy tube.
Please see photos for all condition issues.
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I will be listing more rare Belgian posters, including some Universal Horror, Sci-Fi and classic titles in the near future. Check out my other classic poster listings or ask if you are interested in any particular Belgian titles.
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