This Gun for Hire (Paramount, 1942). Folded, Fine/Very Fine. French Affiche, (24" X 31.5") Boris Grinsson Artwork.. ...

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This Gun for Hire (Paramount, 1942). Folded, Fine/Very Fine. French Affiche, (24" X 31.5") Boris Grinsson Artwork.
Loosely based on Graham Greene's novel A Gun for Sale, this was one of the first and one of the best film noirs made during the war, and was the first pairing of Alan Ladd and Veronica Lake. Ladd gave a comprehensive performance as a double-crossed hired killer who needs the help of government spy, Lake. As the pair track chemical executive Tully Marshall, and stay one step ahead of hulking henchman Laird Cregar, they form a deeper bond. This was the breakthrough role for Ladd, receiving rave reviews which launched him to stardom and a series of memorable noir roles. This lovely French poster, with glowing art by Boris Grinsson, has toning, light fold wear, minor pinholes and strips of paper tape to verso. Two panels as originally issued.


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