Annie Hall (1977) – Original 2000 BFI UK Quad Cinema Poster

Annie Hall (1977) – Original BFI UK Quad Cinema Poster

Collector-Grade UK Quad – British Film Institute Theatrical Re-Release

Presented here is an original UK Quad cinema poster produced for the BFI theatrical re-release of Annie Hall, Woody Allen’s landmark 1977 romantic comedy and one of the most influential films in modern American cinema. Issued for the BFI-backed revival screening in the early 2000s, this is a genuine exhibition poster—printed exclusively for cinemas and never intended for retail sale.

Elegant, restrained, and intellectually assured, this UK Quad reflects both the film’s cultural stature and the BFI’s curatorial approach to canonical cinema.

Film & Cultural Significance

Winner of four Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress (Diane Keaton), and Best Original Screenplay, Annie Hall permanently reshaped the romantic comedy. Rejecting formula in favour of introspection, fractured chronology, and conversational wit, the film became the blueprint for the modern relationship film.

Starring Woody Allen and Diane Keaton, whose screen persona defined an era of fashion and attitude, Annie Hall balances humour with emotional intelligence—its influence visible across decades of independent and mainstream cinema alike.

Recognised by the American Film Institute as #4 in the Top 100 Laughs of All Time, the film’s reputation has only grown, making it a cornerstone title in BFI restoration and reissue programming.

Poster Artwork & Design

This BFI UK Quad adopts a refined, archival aesthetic that mirrors the film’s tone:

• Iconic monochrome boardwalk image of Allen and Keaton, understated and instantly recognisable

• Clean, modern typography listing the distinguished ensemble cast

• Prominent critical acclaim, reinforcing the film’s canonical status

• BFI Release branding and exhibition details confirming theatrical provenance

The design avoids spectacle in favour of confidence and clarity—an approach typical of early-2000s BFI reissue material aimed at cine-literate audiences.

Specifications

• Film: Annie Hall (1977)

• Director: Woody Allen

• Starring: Woody Allen, Diane Keaton

• Poster Type: Original UK Quad (BFI release)

• Release Period: 2000 BFI theatrical reissue

• Format: 30 × 40 inches Single Sided, rolled

• Printer / Distributor: British Film Institute (BFI)

• Condition: Listed in Near Mint Minus condition

Collector’s Note

BFI UK Quads from this period are increasingly desirable due to their limited print runs, exhibition-only distribution, and strong curatorial association. Unlike standard commercial posters, these pieces were created specifically to support revival screenings and were routinely discarded after use.

This Annie Hall UK Quad is particularly well suited for:

• Collectors of New Hollywood and 1970s American cinema

• Fans of Woody Allen and Diane Keaton

• BFI and restoration-era poster specialists

• Collectors seeking understated, design-led cinema ephemera

A subtle, intelligent, and culturally important piece—representing one of the most influential films ever released.