Guys and Dolls (1955), poster, first Japanese release (1956)

Guys and Dolls (1955), poster, first Japanese release (1956)

Unframed: 29 x 20 in. (74 x 51 cm)

This wonderful poster design is unique to the Japanese release of the film, and is the most striking piece on this popular Hollywood musical.

Very rare Japanese piece that hardly ever surfaces.

The American musical film was directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz, who also wrote the screenplay. It stars Marlon Brando, Jean Simmons, Frank Sinatra and Vivian Blaine. A number of songs from the Broadway musical (1950) were omitted from the film. However, three new songs were written, including 'Adelaide' which was specifically written for Sinatra.