BANGKOK -- Among cinemagoers of a certain vintage, Steven Spielberg's "Jaws" (1975) is best remembered for its anxiety-inducing two-note theme music, memorable dialogue and pioneering animatronics. For thrill-seeking Thai audiences of the mid-1970s, however, there was another element that added to the classic movie's violent and visceral appeal: the local poster.
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Thailand's unique movie posters steal the show
Hand-painted montages and their artists play starring role in Bangkok exhibition
Poster artist Banhan Thaitanaboon at the "Bai Pid" exhibition at Bangkok’s Woof Pack gallery. After a decadeslong hiatus from movie poster painting, growing fan interest and special commissions have led him to pick up his paintbrush again. (Courtesy of Tanasak Boonlam)
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