The Night My Number Came Up Vintage Trade Ad British Original 1955
Original J. Arthur Rank Trade Ad with striking artwork.Measuring 11inches x14inches aproximately these Rank British Trade Ads were produced in the 1950's to promote upcoming films and were similar in appearance to that of a Lobby Card. The artwork that appeared on them represented works by some of the best poster artists at the time.On the reverse of the front art was a synopisis of the film and its prospects.Today they are very collectible due to the striking artwork and their place in cinema history.The Night My Number Came Up is a 1955 British supernatural drama film directed by Leslie Norman with a screenplay by R. C. Sherriff. The film stars Michael Redgrave, Sheila Sim and Alexander Knox. The plot is based on a real incident in the life of British Air Marshal Sir Victor Goddard. The film was nominated for four 1956 BAFTA Awards: Michael Redgrave as Best British Actor, R.C. Sherriff for Best British Screenplay, Best Film from any Source, and Best British Film.
