{"product_id":"autumn-sonata-秋のソナタ-original-japanese-movie-poster-1978-b2-size-51-73-cm","title":"“Autumn Sonata” (秋のソナタ), Original Japanese Movie Poster 1978, B2 Size (51 × 73 cm) D235","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis is an original Japanese \u003cstrong\u003eB2 theatrical poster\u003c\/strong\u003e for \u003cstrong\u003eIngmar Bergman’s\u003c\/strong\u003e acclaimed 1978 drama \u003cstrong\u003eAutumn Sonata\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003e秋のソナタ \/ Aki no Sonata\u003c\/em\u003e), starring \u003cstrong\u003eIngrid Bergman\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eLiv Ullmann\u003c\/strong\u003e. A beautifully understated and emotionally resonant design, this poster was printed for the film’s Japanese theatrical release and captures the refined, art-house sensibility that defined Japanese marketing for major European cinema of this period.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoster design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe design is elegant, restrained, and highly effective. At the center is a vertically framed photographic image of \u003cstrong\u003eIngrid Bergman\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eLiv Ullmann\u003c\/strong\u003e, set before glowing autumn trees in warm gold and amber tones. The composition immediately conveys the emotional core of the film: a troubled, intimate confrontation between mother and daughter. Ingrid Bergman’s expression is distant and pensive, while Ullmann leans in with quiet urgency, reinforcing the film’s psychological and emotional tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surrounding layout makes sophisticated use of \u003cstrong\u003ewhite space\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the central image to breathe and lending the whole sheet a refined gallery-like presence. The title \u003cstrong\u003e秋のソナタ\u003c\/strong\u003e is printed prominently near the bottom in a beautiful multi-toned calligraphic style, accompanied by the English subtitle \u003cstrong\u003eAutumn Sonata: Ingmar Bergman + Ingrid Bergman\u003c\/strong\u003e. The vertical text on the left identifies it as \u003cstrong\u003ea film directed by Ingmar Bergman\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the vertical copy on the right serves as a lyrical promotional line, describing the sorrow of a woman who lived for art and love, and presenting the film as a long-awaited major work born from the first collaboration between a master director and a great actress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe overall effect is graceful and dignified, perfectly suited to the tone of the film and especially attractive as a display piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical context \u0026amp; significance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn Sonata\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of Ingmar Bergman’s most celebrated late works and is particularly notable as \u003cstrong\u003eIngrid Bergman’s final theatrical feature film performance\u003c\/strong\u003e. Her appearance opposite \u003cstrong\u003eLiv Ullmann\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of Ingmar Bergman’s most important collaborators, gives the film enormous significance within European and world cinema. The film is widely admired for its intense chamber-drama structure, emotional intelligence, and devastating performances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Japanese poster is also interesting for the way it frames the film for domestic audiences: not through sensational imagery, but through emotional seriousness, artistic prestige, and the meeting of two towering Bergmans. The text at the lower right further notes that the film was a recipient of the \u003cstrong\u003eShowa 56 Art Festival Excellence Award\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003e昭和56年度芸術祭優秀賞受賞作品\u003c\/strong\u003e), underscoring the esteem in which it was held in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a result, this poster is appealing not only to collectors of \u003cstrong\u003eIngmar Bergman\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eIngrid Bergman\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eEuropean art-house cinema\u003c\/strong\u003e, but also to those who appreciate the subtle and highly sophisticated graphic language of Japanese release posters from the late 1970s and early 1980s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is \u003cstrong\u003eover 46 years old\u003c\/strong\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent.\u003c\/strong\u003e The poster presents extremely well, with \u003cstrong\u003eclean overall appearance\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003estrong colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003every attractive display quality\u003c\/strong\u003e. There are no major issues apparent that detract from the visual impact of the piece. Please study the photograph carefully, as it shows the exact poster for sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is not a reproduction or a reprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCertificate of Authenticity included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Japan Poster Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57221412684154,"sku":null,"price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0424\/8859\/4591\/files\/wall-shelf-with-ornaments-2026-09-02T143724.789.jpg?v=1788327467","url":"https:\/\/japanposter.co.uk\/products\/autumn-sonata-%e7%a7%8b%e3%81%ae%e3%82%bd%e3%83%8a%e3%82%bf-original-japanese-movie-poster-1978-b2-size-51-73-cm","provider":"Japan Poster Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}