The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976) Poster, US, Special photograph

The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976) Poster, US, Special photograph

Photographer: Sam Shaw (1912-1999)

Unframed: 38 x 18 in. (97 x 46 cm)

This rare style and size poster was produced by Cassevetes' own company. He had the photographer, Sam Shaw, produce various different photographic posters, which were printed in small quantities, and not used for the film's main advertising. All of these poster were unusual sizes, and different from the standard American ones.

This American crime film was directed and written by John Cassavetes and stars Ben Gazzara. Cassavetes is hugely respected in the film world as a pioneer of independent filmmaking.