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This Australian daybill for Billy Wilder's "The Spirit of St. Louis" captures the grandeur of Hollywood's widescreen era, presenting James Stewart in what the poster boldly proclaims as "his role of roles" as aviation pioneer Charles Lindbergh. The vertical composition balances dramatic imagery with period typography, featuring Stewart in his leather flight gear surrounded by admiring faces, while a lone aircraft traces its path across an orange sun in the upper register.
Produced for the Australian theatrical market by W.E. Smith Limited Sydney, this daybill represents the international reach of major Hollywood productions during the late 1950s. The CinemaScope and WarnerColor credits signal the prestige production values Warner Bros. invested in adapting Lindbergh's Pulitzer Prize-winning autobiography. The "For General Exhibition" certification mark provides an authentic glimpse into Australian film distribution practices of the era.
A compelling piece that bridges aviation history, Hollywood biography, and international film distribution, this daybill would make a distinguished addition to any collection focused on Golden Age cinema or American aviation heritage.
Condition: Good
Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. Original fold lines present. General border wear. Small paper chip in far left margin. Please use the photo zoom feature to get a better understanding of overall condition. *Additional photos available upon request.
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