This is an original Japanese B1 theatrical poster from the first Japanese release of Wim Wenders’ acclaimed masterpiece Wings of Desire (original title: Der Himmel über Berlin). The film’s Japanese first release date is documented as April 23, 1988, and this poster design prominently spotlights its international prestige on release.
Wings of Desire (Der Himmel über Berlin) is a 1987 romantic fantasy directed by Wim Wenders, centering on invisible angels who observe life in Cold War-era Berlin—until one angel’s longing for human experience and love changes everything. The film is celebrated for its poetic tone and its striking visual approach, shifting between monochrome and color as it moves between angelic perspective and human sensation.
This B1 artwork is a powerful, gallery-like composition: a trench-coated angel figure sits against the massive stone face and wing of a statue, while the German title “DER HIMMEL ÜBER BERLIN” appears within the image panel. Along the bottom, a strip of stills previews key moments—circus/trapeze imagery, Berlin street scenes and graffiti, and a prominent figure framed center—capturing the film’s blend of melancholy, romance, and city symphony atmosphere. The poster’s text highlights its major Cannes recognition, and the Cannes archive confirms the film received the Award for Best Director (1987).
Condition
Very good, consistent with age and prior theatrical handling. This example presents strongly, but shows visible edge wear and scuffing, including notable wear/tearing with paper loss along the left blue border (most noticeable near the upper-left). The reverse is blank. Please review the photos (front and back); they show the exact poster for sale.
Once framed with a matt border - this poster will display excellently. We have taken the condition into account when pricing.
It is over 37 years old!
It is not a reproduction or a reprint.
Certificate of Authenticity included.
