{"product_id":"it-was-a-faint-dream-あさき夢みし-original-japanese-movie-poster-1974-b2-size-51-73-cm-c119-copy","title":"“It Was a Faint Dream” \/ 「あさき夢みし」, Original Japanese Movie Poster 1974, B2 Size (51 × 73 cm) E252","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"315\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis is an \u003cstrong data-start=\"109\" data-end=\"151\"\u003eoriginal Japanese B2 theatrical poster\u003c\/strong\u003e printed for the original release of \u003cstrong data-start=\"188\" data-end=\"241\"\u003eIt Was a Faint Dream \/ Asaki Yumemishi \/ 「あさき夢みし」\u003c\/strong\u003e, Akio Jissoji’s visually extraordinary 1974 Art Theatre Guild production.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"535\"\u003eA remarkable example of \u003cstrong data-start=\"341\" data-end=\"378\"\u003e1970s Japanese independent cinema\u003c\/strong\u003e, the film combines period drama, psychological symbolism, and surreal visual composition in a poetic meditation on beauty, desire, memory, and impermanence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"556\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"556\"\u003eFilm background\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"761\"\u003eSet within the refined but restrictive world of classical Japan, \u003cstrong data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"647\"\u003eIt Was a Faint Dream\u003c\/strong\u003e explores the emotional and psychological lives of its characters through a deliberately unconventional narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003eRather than approaching its historical setting as a conventional costume drama, the film unfolds through fragmented imagery, symbolic encounters, and highly stylised compositions. Its atmosphere is sensual, dreamlike, and frequently enigmatic, reflecting the transience of desire and the instability of memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003eThe film was directed by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003eAkio Jissoji\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most distinctive visual stylists in postwar Japanese cinema. Jissoji was celebrated both for his experimental feature films and for his influential work on the classic \u003cstrong data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003eUltraman\u003c\/strong\u003e television series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003eThe screenplay was written by the acclaimed poet \u003cstrong data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003eMakoto Ooka\u003c\/strong\u003e. The cast includes \u003cstrong data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1508\"\u003eJanet Hatta, Toshitoshi Hananomoto, Shin Kishida, Akiji Kobayashi, and Kotobuki Hananomoto\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1734\"\u003eProduced and distributed by the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1543\" data-end=\"1564\"\u003eArt Theatre Guild\u003c\/strong\u003e, the film is widely admired for its hypnotic imagery, unconventional framing, poetic atmosphere, and fusion of classical Japanese aesthetics with avant-garde filmmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"1753\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"1753\"\u003ePoster design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1755\" data-end=\"1907\"\u003eThe poster presents a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"1814\"\u003ebreathtaking surreal illustration\u003c\/strong\u003e against a deep black background, allowing the central composition to appear almost luminous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1909\" data-end=\"2155\"\u003eAt its centre is an immense, multi-layered figure dressed in elaborate traditional robes. The figure incorporates several faces and identities within a single body, suggesting overlapping memories, emotional states, and dreamlike transformations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2157\" data-end=\"2408\"\u003eAt the top stands a serene noblewoman with long black hair and closed eyes, positioned before a radiant \u003cstrong data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2281\"\u003egolden full moon\u003c\/strong\u003e. A pink lotus rises within the moon, introducing a powerful Buddhist symbol of purity, awakening, and spiritual transcendence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2410\" data-end=\"2711\"\u003eThe central robes are decorated with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2447\" data-end=\"2540\"\u003echerry blossoms, birds, circular floral emblems, and intricate geometric textile patterns\u003c\/strong\u003e. As the garments cascade downward, they transform into an entire miniature landscape containing architecture, flowers, flowing water, and a traditional ox-drawn carriage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2713\" data-end=\"2983\"\u003eAt left, a partially unclothed male figure crouches among delicate plants and flowers, appearing to merge with the surrounding landscape. At right, another elongated male figure stands partially wrapped in pale, spectral fabric, his body dissolving into the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2985\" data-end=\"3162\"\u003eFine blue lines move through the black background like streams, wind, or drifting currents, linking the otherwise separate figures and reinforcing the poster’s dreamlike rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3164\" data-end=\"3207\"\u003eThe title appears vertically at upper left:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3209\" data-end=\"3221\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3209\" data-end=\"3221\"\u003e「あさき夢みし」\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3223\" data-end=\"3264\"\u003eBeside it, the white vertical text reads:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3266\" data-end=\"3317\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3266\" data-end=\"3281\"\u003e「実相寺昭雄監督作品」\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3281\" data-end=\"3284\"\u003e“A film directed by Akio Jissoji”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3319\" data-end=\"3323\"\u003eand:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3325\" data-end=\"3367\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3325\" data-end=\"3337\"\u003e「脚本・大岡信」\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3337\" data-end=\"3340\"\u003e“Screenplay by Makoto Ooka”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3369\" data-end=\"3609\"\u003eThe lower-right section contains the principal cast names, including \u003cstrong data-start=\"3438\" data-end=\"3453\"\u003eJanet Hatta\u003c\/strong\u003e, arranged vertically in white lettering. Detailed production credits, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3528\" data-end=\"3556\"\u003eEirin certification mark\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3566\" data-end=\"3573\"\u003eATG\u003c\/strong\u003e emblem appear along the lower edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3611\" data-end=\"3833\"\u003eThe extraordinary delicacy of the drawing, the saturated red, yellow, green, and pink robes, and the stark black ground make this one of the most visually sophisticated Japanese poster designs of the Art Theatre Guild era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3835\" data-end=\"3851\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3835\" data-end=\"3851\"\u003eRelease note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3853\" data-end=\"3992\"\u003eThis poster was printed for the film’s \u003cstrong data-start=\"3892\" data-end=\"3940\"\u003eoriginal Japanese theatrical release in 1974\u003c\/strong\u003e and distributed by the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3964\" data-end=\"3991\"\u003eArt Theatre Guild (ATG)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3994\" data-end=\"4094\"\u003eIt is an \u003cstrong data-start=\"4003\" data-end=\"4045\"\u003eoriginal period Japanese cinema poster\u003c\/strong\u003e, not a later reproduction or commercial reprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4096\" data-end=\"4109\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4096\" data-end=\"4109\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4111\" data-end=\"4259\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4111\" data-end=\"4135\"\u003eExcellent condition.\u003c\/strong\u003e A highly attractive example, with rich colour, delicate linework, clear typography, and outstanding overall display impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4261\" data-end=\"4415\"\u003eThere are light signs of age and handling consistent with an original Japanese theatrical poster from this period, but overall it presents extremely well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4417\" data-end=\"4437\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4417\" data-end=\"4437\"\u003eReference: E252.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4439\" data-end=\"4519\"\u003ePlease review the photographs carefully, as they show the exact poster for sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4521\" data-end=\"4622\"\u003eThis is an \u003cstrong data-start=\"4532\" data-end=\"4576\"\u003eoriginal 1974 Japanese theatrical poster\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr data-start=\"4577\" data-end=\"4580\"\u003eIt is \u003cstrong data-start=\"4586\" data-end=\"4621\"\u003enot a reproduction or a reprint\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4624\" data-end=\"4656\"\u003eIt is now \u003cstrong data-start=\"4634\" data-end=\"4655\"\u003eover 50 years old\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4658\" data-end=\"4699\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4658\" data-end=\"4699\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity included.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Japan Poster Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57066206200186,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0424\/8859\/4591\/files\/wall-shelf-with-ornaments-2026-07-14T044616.005.jpg?v=1783972309","url":"https:\/\/japanposter.co.uk\/products\/it-was-a-faint-dream-%e3%81%82%e3%81%95%e3%81%8d%e5%a4%a2%e3%81%bf%e3%81%97-original-japanese-movie-poster-1974-b2-size-51-73-cm-c119-copy","provider":"Japan Poster Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}