Clint Eastwood - Joe Kidd - 1970s





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Original Yugoslav theatrical poster for Joe Kidd (1972) featuring Clint Eastwood, with design by Clint Eastwood, 50 x 70 cm, origin Serbia, condition A- (fine with tiny imperfections), folded as issued.
Description from the seller
Offered here is an original vintage Yugoslav theatrical movie poster for "Joe Kidd", the 1972 western starring Clint Eastwood and directed by legendary filmmaker John Sturges.
Released during the peak of Eastwood's rise as one of cinema's greatest western icons, Joe Kidd combines classic American western storytelling with themes of land disputes, revolution, bounty hunting, and frontier justice. Written by acclaimed crime novelist Elmore Leonard, the film remains a favorite among Eastwood collectors and fans of 1970s westerns.
Poster Details
Title: Džo Kid
Original Title: Joe Kidd
Year: 1972
Country: Yugoslavia
Format: Original theatrical poster
Size: 50 x 70 cm (approx. 19.5 x 27.5 inches)
Condition: Very Good
Folded: Yes, as issued
Language: Serbian/Croatian
Distributor: Avala-Genex
About the Film
Joe Kidd follows former bounty hunter Joe Kidd, who becomes involved in a conflict between wealthy landowners and a Mexican revolutionary leader fighting for the rights of dispossessed farmers.
The film combines:
Traditional western action
Sharp Elmore Leonard dialogue
Political and social tensions of the frontier
Gunfights and horseback chases
Clint Eastwood's trademark tough-guy charisma
One of the film's most memorable sequences features an unstoppable locomotive crashing through a building, creating one of the great action moments of the era.
Starring
Clint Eastwood as Joe Kidd
Robert Duvall
John Saxon
Don Stroud
Stella Garcia
James Wainwright
Directed by:
John Sturges
Written by:
Elmore Leonard
Artwork & Design
This Yugoslav design is particularly striking and minimalist.
Highlights include:
Large portrait of Clint Eastwood emerging through a shattered target motif
Twin shotgun barrels extending toward the viewer
Dramatic sepia-toned western imagery
Clean typography and bold composition
Distinctive Eastern European graphic design style
Unlike many U.S. posters of the period, the Yugoslav artwork focuses on atmosphere and iconography rather than action scenes, creating a highly collectible alternative design.
Historical Significance
Released between Eastwood's iconic spaghetti western years and his later blockbuster successes, Joe Kidd represents an important chapter in his evolution as a major Hollywood star.
The collaboration between Clint Eastwood, John Sturges (The Magnificent Seven, The Great Escape) and Elmore Leonard gives the film enduring appeal among western enthusiasts and collectors.
Condition
The poster displays very well overall.
Visible characteristics include:
Original fold lines
Light handling and storage wear
Minor edge wear consistent with age
Strong color and excellent display appeal
Please review all photographs carefully for the exact condition.
Highlights
Original Yugoslav theatrical release poster
Clint Eastwood western classic
Written by Elmore Leonard
Directed by John Sturges
Attractive minimalist artwork
Scarce international design
Popular western collectible
Not a reproduction
Collector Appeal
An excellent piece for collectors of:
Clint Eastwood memorabilia
Western movie posters
1970s cinema
Elmore Leonard adaptations
Yugoslav movie posters
International poster artwork
John Sturges films
Seller's Story
Offered here is an original vintage Yugoslav theatrical movie poster for "Joe Kidd", the 1972 western starring Clint Eastwood and directed by legendary filmmaker John Sturges.
Released during the peak of Eastwood's rise as one of cinema's greatest western icons, Joe Kidd combines classic American western storytelling with themes of land disputes, revolution, bounty hunting, and frontier justice. Written by acclaimed crime novelist Elmore Leonard, the film remains a favorite among Eastwood collectors and fans of 1970s westerns.
Poster Details
Title: Džo Kid
Original Title: Joe Kidd
Year: 1972
Country: Yugoslavia
Format: Original theatrical poster
Size: 50 x 70 cm (approx. 19.5 x 27.5 inches)
Condition: Very Good
Folded: Yes, as issued
Language: Serbian/Croatian
Distributor: Avala-Genex
About the Film
Joe Kidd follows former bounty hunter Joe Kidd, who becomes involved in a conflict between wealthy landowners and a Mexican revolutionary leader fighting for the rights of dispossessed farmers.
The film combines:
Traditional western action
Sharp Elmore Leonard dialogue
Political and social tensions of the frontier
Gunfights and horseback chases
Clint Eastwood's trademark tough-guy charisma
One of the film's most memorable sequences features an unstoppable locomotive crashing through a building, creating one of the great action moments of the era.
Starring
Clint Eastwood as Joe Kidd
Robert Duvall
John Saxon
Don Stroud
Stella Garcia
James Wainwright
Directed by:
John Sturges
Written by:
Elmore Leonard
Artwork & Design
This Yugoslav design is particularly striking and minimalist.
Highlights include:
Large portrait of Clint Eastwood emerging through a shattered target motif
Twin shotgun barrels extending toward the viewer
Dramatic sepia-toned western imagery
Clean typography and bold composition
Distinctive Eastern European graphic design style
Unlike many U.S. posters of the period, the Yugoslav artwork focuses on atmosphere and iconography rather than action scenes, creating a highly collectible alternative design.
Historical Significance
Released between Eastwood's iconic spaghetti western years and his later blockbuster successes, Joe Kidd represents an important chapter in his evolution as a major Hollywood star.
The collaboration between Clint Eastwood, John Sturges (The Magnificent Seven, The Great Escape) and Elmore Leonard gives the film enduring appeal among western enthusiasts and collectors.
Condition
The poster displays very well overall.
Visible characteristics include:
Original fold lines
Light handling and storage wear
Minor edge wear consistent with age
Strong color and excellent display appeal
Please review all photographs carefully for the exact condition.
Highlights
Original Yugoslav theatrical release poster
Clint Eastwood western classic
Written by Elmore Leonard
Directed by John Sturges
Attractive minimalist artwork
Scarce international design
Popular western collectible
Not a reproduction
Collector Appeal
An excellent piece for collectors of:
Clint Eastwood memorabilia
Western movie posters
1970s cinema
Elmore Leonard adaptations
Yugoslav movie posters
International poster artwork
John Sturges films

