The African Queen (1962)
The African Queen (1951) stands as one of classic Hollywood’s great adventure romances, pairing Humphrey Bogart and Katharine Hepburn in performances that reshaped their screen personas. Directed by John Huston and shot largely on location, the film blends wartime drama with character-driven intimacy, earning Bogart his only Academy Award and cementing the story as a landmark of postwar cinema realism and star power.
This original poster exemplifies painterly studio-era design, combining expressive character portraits with sweeping jungle action. Bogart’s weathered intensity and Hepburn’s poised resolve dominate the composition, while flames, foliage, and river imagery convey danger and momentum. The bold title and rich Technicolor palette heighten the sense of adventure, making the poster a vivid visual counterpart to the film’s blend of romance, grit, and exotic spectacle.
- Year: 1962
- Nationality: United Kingdom
- Condition: Linen-backed
- Type: One Sheet
- Size: 27 X 41 Inches
- Product Code: T5439
