This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/16/2022
Offered is a one sheet movie poster for Elvis Presley's 1961 film Blue Hawaii. The film would essentially cast the die, so to speak, for his film career in the 1960s. Elvis stared as Chadwick Gates, a man just returning from the Army to his home in Hawaii. Producer Hal Wallis wanted to show what life was like for servicemen when they returned, a role well-suited for Elvis following his Army service. Released by Paramount in November of 1961, Blue Hawaii was the first of several movies for Elvis that were filmed on location in Hawaii. The film won the fourth-place Laurel Award for Best Musical in 1961 and the movie reached number two on the Variety box office charts. It was the 10th top-grossing film of 1961, earning just over $5 million. In 1962, Hal Kanter’s screenplay was nominated by the Writers Guild of America for Best Written American Musical. Even the soundtrack album remained on the Billboard pop chart for 70 weeks, with 20 of those at number 1. The poster measures 27 x 41 inches and presents with small area of paper loss fixed with taped and piece of white paper. Also “RETURN ENGAGEMENT” written at top. Pinholes and tape stains at corners. Great Color. Excellent condition.