Original 1980 - Charlton Heston - The Awakening - UK Quad Poster

THE AWAKENING (1980) Original UK Quad Cinema Poster Charlton Heston Battles Ancient Evil in This Atmospheric Occult Horror Classic A stunning original 1980 UK Quad for the supernatural horror thriller The Awakening, starring screen legend Charlton Heston. This unforgettable British quad delivers pure vintage horror atmosphere — featuring a haunting glowing mummy figure looming over the Egyptian desert beneath an eclipse-darkened sky. Bold yellow typography and eerie sci-fi horror imagery make this one of the standout UK horror poster designs of the early 1980s. 🎬 Film Details Title: The Awakening Year: 1980 Director: Mike Newell Starring: Charlton Heston, Susannah York, Stephanie Zimbalist Based On: The Jewel of Seven Stars by Bram Stoker A chilling blend of occult horror and Egyptian curse mythology, The Awakening became one of the darker and more atmospheric horror films of the era. 🔥 Poster Highlights Original 1980 UK theatrical release quad Spectacular mummy artwork with glowing supernatural eyes Striking pyramid and eclipse background imagery Bold electric yellow title typography against deep midnight blue Superb crossover appeal for: horror collectors Hammer / occult cinema fans Charlton Heston collectors vintage British quad enthusiasts 🖼️ Design Appeal This is classic early-80s horror artwork at its best: richly painted fantasy-horror illustration dramatic supernatural colour palette oversized central mummy image atmospheric Egyptian desert setting An exceptionally displayable poster with strong visual impact framed. 🎥 Cult Horror Status Though often overlooked beside larger horror releases of the era, The Awakening has steadily built a cult following thanks to: its intelligent supernatural story eerie gothic atmosphere Bram Stoker connection and Charlton Heston’s commanding lead performance. The artwork remains especially sought after for its iconic mummy imagery and beautifully executed painted design. 📌 Poster Details Year: 1980 Country: United Kingdom Format: Original UK Quad Size: Approx. 30 x 40 inches Condition: Folded as issued with light age and handling wear with some heavier wear to the folds, consistent with theatrical use. Single Sided and listed in Very Fine condition. A scarce and visually striking original UK horror quad from one of the great supernatural occult films of the early 1980s.