SPIDER-MAN 2002 Original Advance recalled Twin Towers rolled glossy 1-sheet

  
This is an original theatrical advance one-sheet poster for. (2002) featuring the famous early artwork with the World Trade Center Twin Towers reflected in Spider-Man's eyes. This is the highly collectible recalled World Trade Center advance design from the original theatrical advertising campaign for Sam Raimi's. Starring Tobey Maguire, Kirsten Dunst and Willem Dafoe.

The poster measures the full 27" x 40" U. Theatrical one-sheet size and has "3 May 2002" printed along the bottom, promoting the film's original theatrical release date. It has a glossy finish and is printed on one side. Year: 2002 Release Date Printed on Poster: 3 May 2002 Director: Sam Raimi Starring: Tobey Maguire, Kirsten Dunst, Willem Dafoe, James Franco, Cliff Robertson & Rosemary Harris Poster Type: Original Theatrical Advance One-Sheet Size: 27" x 40" Design: Spider-Man close-up with World Trade Center / Twin Towers reflected in his eyes Condition: Near Mint Format: Rolled - Never Folded, Glossy finish, one-sided printing Use: Unused. THE FAMOUS RECALLED WORLD TRADE CENTER DESIGN.

This is one of the most distinctive and historically significant posters associated with the original. The dramatic artwork depicts a close-up of Spider-Man with the Manhattan skyline reflected in his mirrored eyes.

Most notably, the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center are clearly visible in the reflection. Following the September 11, 2001 attacks. Promotional materials prominently featuring the World Trade Center were withdrawn from the film's marketing campaign. The imagery was subsequently replaced as the movie approached its May 2002 theatrical release. Because of its short-lived association with the early advertising campaign, this design has become a particularly sought-after piece of Spider-Man, Marvel and modern movie-poster memorabilia.

This example is in near mint condition and has never been used or displayed. It has always remained rolled and has never been folded, so there are no standard theatrical fold lines. For a poster now more than two decades old, this is an exceptionally well-preserved example. Was a landmark comic-book film and helped establish the modern era of blockbuster superhero movies. Original theatrical advertising material from the film has consequently developed a strong following among movie-poster and comic-book collectors.

The recalled Twin Towers / World Trade Center "Eyes" advance one-sheet is particularly recognizable because of both its striking artwork and the circumstances surrounding its withdrawal. This example has several especially desirable attributes. Full 27" x 40" U. "3 May 2002" release date printed at bottom. World Trade Center Twin Towers visible in Spider-Man's eyes. An outstanding addition to a serious collection of Spider-Man, Marvel, superhero, comic-book or original theatrical movie-poster memorabilia. A rare opportunity to acquire an exceptionally well-preserved example of the famous recalled Spider-Man World Trade Center advance one-sheet in its original 27" x 40" theatrical format.