“Marilyn” (マリリン・モンローの世界), Original Release Japanese Movie Poster 1963, B2 Size (51 × 73 cm) O741

This is an original Japanese B2 poster printed in 1963 for the first Japanese release of Marilyn (マリリン・モンローの世界), a documentary portrait of Marilyn Monroe released by 20th Century Fox and narrated by Rock Hudson.

Film background
Released in 1963, Marilyn is a feature-length documentary built around Monroe’s screen image and public mythology at the height of her posthumous cultural impact. Framed for audiences as both a celebration and a retrospective, it draws on film material and star iconography to present a studio-era portrait of Monroe as an international symbol of glamour and modern celebrity.

Poster design
A superb piece of early-1960s Japanese graphic restraint: Monroe appears alone on a deep black field, posed like a stage performer in a long pink gown and gloves, spotlighted with a soft, mist-like blue at her feet. The typography is equally confident—large, blocky katakana title 「マリリン・モンローの世界」 across the top, a small Rock Hudson credit portrait at upper right, and the striking turquoise marilyn logotype anchoring the bottom edge. Minimal imagery, maximum presence—an elegant, gallery-like poster that feels closer to modern design than conventional film advertising of the period.

Condition

Excellent (close to near mint). Please review the photos—they show the exact poster for sale.

It is over 61 years old!

It is not a reproduction or a reprint.

Certificate of Authenticity included.