L'avventura

Step into the haunting elegance of modern cinema with this vintage original French poster of L’Avventura (1960), the groundbreaking masterpiece by Michelangelo Antonioni, a towering figure in European auteur cinema.

This strikingly illustrated poster, rendered in a dramatic painterly style characteristic of the early 1960s, features the iconic trio Monica Vitti, Gabriele Ferzetti, and Lea Massari. The composition captures the film’s atmosphere of mystery and emotional isolation, key themes in Antonioni’s work.

Distributed in France by Athos Films, this version is distinguished by French-language credits and the mention "3 times awarded at the Cannes Film Festival", a nod to its tumultuous reception at the 1960 premiere. Booed at its debut screening, L’Avventura was swiftly hailed the next day by critics and cinephiles, ultimately winning the Jury Prize—securing its place in cinema history. 

A true milestone of modern filmmaking, L’Avventura broke narrative conventions and redefined cinematic storytelling. This poster reflects that artistic rupture with its stark contrasts, stormy seascapes, and enigmatic expressions—visual echoes of Antonioni’s existential minimalism. This is the extremely rare French poster in the 120 x 160 cm format.

A collector’s gem and a tribute to cinema history, this rare piece appeals to both seasoned collectors and design enthusiasts looking for authentic, museum-worthy film art.