“The Fox” (女狐), Original Japanese Movie Poster 1967, Sandy Dennis / Anne Heywood, B2 Size (51 × 73 cm) T52

This is an original Japanese B2 theatrical poster produced for the 1967 Japanese release of The Fox, directed by Mark Rydell and starring Sandy Dennis, Anne Heywood, and Keir Dullea. Its dramatic photographic composition and expressive Japanese lettering capture the provocative marketing surrounding this adaptation of D. H. Lawrence’s novella.

Film background

Set on an isolated Canadian farm, The Fox follows two women whose shared life is unsettled by the arrival of a young man. Their changing relationships form a psychological drama exploring desire, dependence, jealousy, and independence.

The film features cinematography by William A. Fraker and music by Lalo Schifrin. Distributed in Japan by Warner Bros.–Seven Arts, it opened on 29 December 1967.

Poster design

The upper composition centres on a large photographic portrait and its reflection, rendered in warm skin tones against a shadowy teal background. The close cropping and mirrored imagery create an intimate, uneasy atmosphere suited to the film’s psychological themes.

Vertical promotional copy frames both sides in pale yellow and pink. The Japanese campaign places particular emphasis on the film’s sexual subject matter and promises a “10-minute shock scene,” while also prominently naming D. H. Lawrence and referencing Lady Chatterley’s Lover. These details reveal how literary prestige and sensational advertising were combined in the Japanese presentation.

The original English title, “THE FOX,” appears in decorative pink lettering above the cast credits. Below it, the Japanese title 「女狐」 dominates the lower half in broad yellow brush lettering, standing sharply against the dark background.

Two smaller photographic scenes along the bottom depict the relationships between the three principal characters. Blue DeLuxe Color lettering and the Warner Bros.–Seven Arts distribution credit complete the period design.

About Japanese B2 posters

Japanese B2 theatrical posters, measuring approximately 51 × 73 cm, combine artwork, cast information, and locally written promotional copy. This example is particularly interesting for its distinctive typography and direct approach to advertising an international literary adaptation.

Collecting significance

An atmospheric piece for collectors of Sandy Dennis, Anne Heywood, D. H. Lawrence adaptations, and 1960s Japanese film advertising. Its mirrored portrait, dark palette, and oversized yellow title give the design considerable visual presence.

Condition

Very Good / Very Good+. Previously folded, subsequently stored flat. There are noticeable tears with paper loss near both upper corners. Once framed, this poster will display very well.

Please review all photographs, including the reverse and close-up details, as they show the exact poster for sale.

It is over 58 years old!

It is not a reproduction or a reprint.

Certificate of Authenticity included.