"Antarctica (南極物語)", Original Japanese Movie Poster 1983, First Release, B2 Size (51 × 73 cm)

This is an original Japanese B2 poster printed in 1983 for the first theatrical release of Antarctica (南極物語), with artwork masterfully illustrated by the renowned Japanese artist Noriyoshi Ohrai.

Illustrator background
Noriyoshi Ohrai was one of Japan’s most celebrated illustrators, renowned internationally for iconic posters such as The Empire Strikes Back, numerous Godzilla entries, and Conan the Barbarian. His cinematic style fused dramatic realism with exceptional detail, elevating movie posters into collectible art — this Antarctica design is no exception.

Film background
Antarctica (1983), directed by Koreyoshi Kurahara, dramatizes the true story of the Japanese Antarctic expedition of 1958 and the extraordinary survival of sled dogs Taro and Jiro. The film was the highest-grossing Japanese domestic production until 1997, winning widespread acclaim for its emotional storytelling and evocative Vangelis score

Poster design
Ohrai’s illustration features the resilient sled dogs under shimmering aurora borealis skies, painted with luminous strokes that capture both harsh beauty and poignant emotion. A row of character portraits anchors the bottom, while the bold title 「南極物語」 commands the top. The composition balances the grandeur of nature with the dogs’ heroic spirit — typical of Ohrai’s evocative and atmospheric approach.

Condition & provenance
This poster is in excellent condition. Please refer to imagery (both front and back) as this is the exact poster for sale.

It is over 40 years old and is not a reproduction or a reprint.

Certificate of Authenticity included.