Taxi

This vibrant movie insert for the 20th Century Fox romantic comedy "Taxi" captures the energy and optimism of early 1950s New York City. The illustrated design tumbles the title down from a watercolor Manhattan skyline in bold dimensional letters of red, blue, and green, while a cheerful yellow and red taxi cab carries passengers through scenes of urban romance and adventure. Starring Dan Dailey and Constance Smith, the film tells the heartwarming story of a New York cabbie who helps a young Irish immigrant locate her missing husband. The poster artfully combines colorful illustration with black and white photographic stills, a transitional technique common in this era as Hollywood balanced traditional artistic sensibilities with photographic realism. A compelling piece of Golden Age Hollywood ephemera, this insert carries additional historical weight: John Garfield had been slated for the lead role as his comeback after being blacklisted, but died of a heart attack before filming began. The cast also features early appearances by John Cassavetes and DeForest Kelley, making this a fascinating artifact for collectors of cinema history. Size: 36.0" x 14.0" Condition: Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. Printed on thicker stock. Original fold lines present. Heavy creasing at first fold. General border wear and minor tears. Small hole near left margin. General creasing. Please use the photo zoom feature to get a better understanding of overall condition. *Additional photos available upon request.