Drive (2011)
“Drive” (2011) – Original U.S. One-Sheet Poster
A striking, minimalist piece of neo-noir history, this original theatrical release poster for Drive (2011) perfectly captures the cool, stylish intensity of Nicolas Winding Refn’s cult classic. Featuring Ryan Gosling in a brooding, introspective moment behind the wheel, accented by the film’s signature hot pink title font, this poster is instantly iconic.
Printed for the film’s U.S. release on September 16, 2011, this poster is not a reprint—it’s a genuine artifact from a movie that redefined genre filmmaking in the 2010s. Whether you’re a collector of neo-noir cinema, a fan of Gosling’s enigmatic Driver, or a design aficionado drawn to the bold visual language of the film, this piece is a must-have.
Cultural Significance & Impact:
Drive hit like a thunderclap in 2011—an arthouse action film that blended European sensibilities with American genre grit. Directed by Nicolas Winding Refn (who won Best Director at Cannes for this), the film became an instant cult classic, admired for its haunting synth-heavy soundtrack, retro aesthetic, and its brutal yet poetic minimalism.
• For Audiences: Gosling’s silent, scorpion-jacketed antihero spoke volumes with barely any dialogue, offering a magnetic counterpoint to the bombast of typical Hollywood action leads. The film’s mix of violence and romance, quiet and chaos, resonated with millennials and cinephiles alike, ushering in a wave of neon-noir imitators.
• For Cinema: Drive reinvigorated the neo-noir genre, influenced fashion (remember that satin scorpion jacket?), music (Cliff Martinez’s synth-heavy score became instantly influential), and even poster design—its use of hot pink script and dark palette has since become a staple look for “elevated genre” films.
In short, Drive wasn’t just a film—it was a mood, a moment, and a movement. And this poster? It’s the perfect portal back to that moment.
- Year: 2011
- Nationality: United States
- Condition: Double Sided & Unfolded
- Type: Original One Sheet
- Size: 27 X 40 Inches
- Product Code: W4651
