BATMAN BEGINS

ORIGINAL U.S. ADVANCE THEATRICAL ONE-SHEET • DOUBLE-SIDED (DS) • 27" × 40" • ROLLED

Film: Batman Begins
Starring: Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Liam Neeson, Katie Holmes, Gary Oldman & Morgan Freeman
Director: Christopher Nolan
Studio / Distributor: Warner Bros. Pictures
Genre: Superhero / Action / Adventure / Crime / Thriller

DESCRIPTION

Original 2005 U.S. advance theatrical one-sheet for Christopher Nolan's Batman Begins, starring Christian Bale as Batman / Bruce Wayne.

This is the highly collectible “Batman Carrying Rachel / Bats” advance artwork, featuring Batman carrying Rachel Dawes while surrounded by a dramatic swarm of bats against a glowing amber-orange background. The bottom of the poster carries the original “June 15” theatrical release date.

This particular artwork is documented by established original-poster dealers as an original 2005 advance U.S. one-sheet measuring 27" × 40", rolled and issued in genuine double-sided format.

The poster represents one of the signature theatrical images from the film that launched Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight Trilogy, making it especially desirable for collectors of Batman, DC Comics, Christopher Nolan, Christian Bale and modern superhero cinema memorabilia.

ITEM DETAILS

Poster Release Year: 2005
Movie Release Year: 2005
Title: Batman Begins
Type: Original U.S. Advance Theatrical One-Sheet
Artwork / Version: Batman Carrying Rachel / Bats Advance
Original / Reproduction: Original
Format: Double-Sided (DS)
Material: Theatrical poster paper
Orientation: Portrait / Vertical
Size: Approximately 27" × 40"
Storage: Rolled – Never Folded
Release Date Printed: June 15
Studio / Distributor: Warner Bros. Pictures
Production: Syncopy
Director: Christopher Nolan
Screenplay: Christopher Nolan & David S. Goyer
Characters: DC Comics / Batman
Genre: Superhero / Action / Adventure / Crime / Thriller
MPA Rating: PG-13
Country of Issue: United States
Language: English

Original dealer records specifically identify this design as a 27" × 40" advance one-sheet, and documented examples exist in rolled, double-sided theatrical format.

CONDITION

Very Good

This poster has excellent overall presentation with strong amber, gold and black coloration, sharp imagery and a dramatic central image of Batman.

From the supplied photographs, visible characteristics include:

• Light surface / handling marks, particularly visible in darker areas under direct lighting
• Fine vertical surface lines or light scuffing visible at certain angles
• Minor edge wear consistent with theatrical handling and rolled storage
• Very slight corner and edge wear
• Light natural waviness from rolled storage
• No traditional fold lines
• No major tears or significant paper loss visible
• Main artwork, title, cast names, logos and billing block remain clean and highly displayable

The poster remains an attractive example of this sought-after advance artwork.

Please review all photographs carefully. The photographs show the exact poster being offered and form part of the condition description.

AUTHENTICITY

This poster displays the expected features associated with the original 2005 theatrical campaign, including:

Warner Bros. Pictures branding and copyright
DC Comics branding
Original theatrical billing block
PG-13 rating box
BatmanBegins.com theatrical website reference
June 15 theatrical release date
Original advance “Batman Carrying Rachel” artwork
27" × 40" U.S. theatrical one-sheet format

Established original-film-poster specialists document this exact campaign artwork as an original 2005 U.S. advance theatrical one-sheet, not a later decorative reprint.

This is an original theatrical movie poster — not a reproduction, reprint or modern decorative poster.

SHIPPING

Poster will be carefully rolled and shipped in a sturdy protective mailing tube.