Some Like It Hot (1959) - FRAMED

This is an original 1959 United Artists black & white publicity still #SL(328-10)62 from Billy Wilder’s Some Like It Hot, issued by United Artists for press and promotional use. Capturing one of the film’s most unforgettable moments between Tony Curtis and Marilyn Monroe. This intimate, playful shot embodies the film’s humor and sizzling chemistry.

Professionally framed and matted to gallery standards, this piece is a true gem for collectors of Monroe memorabilia, Golden Age cinema, or mid-century Hollywood portrait photography. The photograph retains exceptional tonal clarity and authentic studio markings, including the original credit and copyright line from United Artists.

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Cultural Significance and Cinematic Legacy

Some Like It Hot is widely regarded as one of the greatest film comedies of all time. Directed by Billy Wilder and released in 1959, the film starred Marilyn Monroe, Tony Curtis, and Jack Lemmon in a razor-sharp gender-bending farce that defied Hollywood conventions.

The film broke boundaries—not just with its risqué humor and cross-dressing plot, but by challenging the Production Code with its innuendo, wit, and progressive sexual politics. Monroe’s performance as Sugar Kane remains one of her most beloved, showcasing both her comedic timing and vulnerable charm. Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon’s chemistry and comic genius helped propel the film to enduring critical acclaim.

Beyond its entertainment value, Some Like It Hot paved the way for more liberated storytelling in mainstream American cinema. Its influence can be felt in everything from romantic comedies to drag performance to LGBTQ+ representation on screen.

This original still is not only a snapshot from one of cinema’s defining comedies—it’s a piece of pop cultural history anchored by the timeless star power of Marilyn Monroe.

• Year: 1959
• Size: 8 X 10 Inches
• Framed Size: 13 X 15 Inches
• Product Code: T5637