How to Find the Best Film Posters

Some of the best art can be found on film posters. For this reason, many people are interested in starting their own film poster collection. Depending on the type of collection you want to have, you may have to do some research into proper acquisition and preservation methods. First, decide what kind of collection you want: do you want a collection mainly for display and personal use, or to gain monetary value? If you collection is just for fun, you should do fine ordering reprints from the poster dealer of your choice. It is obviously more difficult to get rare film posters, so if you are a casual collector you may want to start with posters that are easier to find.

If you are seeking to collect rare film posters, try to create relationship and build trust with local movie theaters so you can get their movie posters when you are done with them. Speak with smaller theaters, especially ones that show independent and rare films to see if they are willing to let you have any of their posters. You may be able to get more rarities this way. If this is not possible for some reason, check dumpsters in the area (only if it is legal) to see if you can spot any discarded posters. Of course, you can always go to a trusted film poster dealer, but expect to pay high prices for quality posters.

Finally, if you do choose to collect rare film posters, take steps to preserve them. Research how to display them properly, or have someone else do it for you. If you have especially rare film posters, it will be worth the extra cost to preserve them properly. Also determine how to store your posters if they won’t be displayed. Avoid crushing, folding, or bending them, and use archive quality storage methods when possible.