Renato Polselli’s The Vampire and the Ballerina is recognized as one of the films that bridged the traditional Gothic horror of the 1950s with the more sensual, psychological Italian horrors of the 1960s. Its combination of youthful protagonists, erotic undertones, and gothic atmosphere would influence later Italian filmmakers, and it is often cited as a precursor to the work of Mario Bava. This Belgian affichette, issued with bilingual text, is one of the scarcer international formats.

Year: 1960

Country: Italy

Item Size: Belgian affichette, 14 x 22 in. + Linen

Director: Renato Polselli

Actors: Hélène Rémy, Tina Gloriani, Walter Brandi

Condition: Good

Preservation: Linen Backed

Restoration: Fold correction and minor edge work. Colors remain rich and the poster displays strongly.