Laserdisc vintage Malefactor Association Claude Zidi Film Office 1987

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

Vintage LaserDisc, visible in its original plastic sleeve, for the film "Association de Malfaiteurs" directed by Claude Zidi. The item presented is a large format videodisc, characteristic of the LaserDisc medium, with a predominantly bright yellow cardboard jacket. The front features a colorful illustration depicting three characters walking on planks above a stylized view of Paris, with the Eiffel Tower in the background. The mention "COMÉDIES" appears at the top, followed by the main title in white letters on a black background. The "LaserDisc" logo is printed in the upper left and the "FILM OFFICE" logo in the lower right, confirming the publisher of the medium. Several actors' names are legible: Christophe Malavoy, Claire Nebout, François Cluzet, as well as other cast and crew members at the bottom of the jacket.

The visual design strongly evokes the aesthetic of late 1980s video media, both in the graphic choice of the jacket and the typography used. The film is explicitly dated 1987, which corresponds to the LaserDisc production period and the presentation style adopted on this type of media at that time.

The packaging appears to be original, with the plastic sleeve visible in the photo, suggesting good protection against dust and handling. No major flaws are observable on the visible side: the jacket shows no creases, tears, or significant discoloration. The colors are vibrant and the inscriptions perfectly legible. The LaserDisc itself is not visible inside the sleeve; only the outer packaging is shown in the image.

Clearly visible inscriptions include, in addition to the title and credits, the director's name ("A film by Claude Zidi") and the list of main actors. The medium is identified as a "Film Office" edition, a recognized video publishing house in France in the late 20th century. The item is aimed at anyone looking for an original 1980s LaserDisc medium, particularly for French comedy or Claude Zidi's filmography.

This type of LaserDisc was intended for playback on specific players, before the advent of DVD. The format, typically used for films and concerts, is distinguished by its large size and superior audiovisual reproduction compared to VHS of the same era. Here, the jacket highlights the film's visuals and casting, essential elements for collectors of vintage video media.

Condition

Used item, sold as-is as shown in the photo. Plastic sleeve present, jacket in very good apparent condition on the front. No notable visual defects on the observed area.

Did you know? The LaserDisc, launched in the late 1970s, peaked in the 1980s and 1990s. In France, the medium was primarily used for high-end editions of films and concerts. "Association de Malfaiteurs" is a police comedy directed by Claude Zidi, a filmmaker known for his popular successes and his characteristic style blending humor and action.

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