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Remembering Eraserhead, and 20 More of the Best Movie Posters Ever
Austin Collings , October 24th, 2008 14:30

With the long-awaited release of David Lynch's masterpiece Eraserhead on DVD region 2, Austin Collings misses the enigma of the original as opitomised in its iconic poster. Plus, The Quietus collects the other 20 most enticing posters of all time.

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2. Clockwork Orange

Will we ever see its like again? Doubtful…Clockwork Orange has everything a film could offer – style, humour, violence, music, multiple ideas; and a statuesque poster containing possibly the best type-face of all time. This admirable attention to detail is the sole reason I consider Stanley Kubrick the most accomplished director of his time.