Japanese Movie Poster | Secret Chronicle: Nagasaki Woman Prison | 1971

Japanese Movie Poster | Secret Chronicle: Nagasaki Woman Prison | Speed Poster | 1971 | VG+

ITEM OVERVIEW

Original Japanese Speed poster (スピードポスター / Speedo format, approximately 230mm x 520mm) for the 1971 Daiei Film release Secret Chronicle: Nagasaki Woman Prison (秘録 長崎おんな牢 / Hiroku Nagasaki Onna Rō). Directed by Showa Ota, the film stars Akane 川端 (Akane Kawabata), Chieko Higashiyama, and Yuko Kazu. Designed specifically for vertical display in theater lobbies and narrow promotional spaces, this rare Speed format poster features striking monochromatic and high-contrast film stills surrounded by bold red Japanese typography.

HISTORICAL RELEVANCE & CONTEXT

Released in 1971 by Daiei Film, Secret Chronicle: Nagasaki Woman Prison is a notable entry in Japan's classic ero-guro and women-in-prison exploitation film movements of the early 1970s. Directed by Showa Ota, the movie blends historical Edo-period drama with intense sensationalist themes. Japanese Speed posters (also known as Speedo posters) were printed in very limited quantities for localized theater marketing. Due to their narrow aspect ratio, high vulnerability to wear, and typical disposal after theatrical runs, original Speed posters from early 1970s Daiei releases are exceptionally scarce and prized by international cult film collectors.

SPECIFICATIONS & CONDITION

Format: Japanese Speed Poster / Speedo (Approx. 230mm x 520mm / 9" x 20.5")

Year of Release: 1971

Country of Origin: Japan

Studio: Daiei Film

Printing Technique: Offset Lithograph

Condition Rating: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Condition Details: Single-sheet poster as issued. Displays sharp graphics, dark inks, and clear typography. Features mild horizontal handling waves, minor edge wear, and faint creasing along corners consistent with vintage theater use. The blank verso exhibits light age toning.

PRESERVATION & DISPLAY RECOMMENDATIONS

To preserve the inks and vintage paper substrate over time, frame using UV-filtering glass or acrylic. Ensure the poster is mounted using reversible, conservation-grade techniques and matted away from direct contact with the glass.

PACKAGING & SHIPPING

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