Movie magazine Impact #86 M:I-2 Tom Cruise Gladiator retro vintage

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

The magazine shown in the photo is a copy of the French magazine "Impact," specializing in cinema, television, and video, with a strong focus on action and fantasy films. This is issue 86, identifiable at the top right of the cover. The cover features a dynamic photograph of Tom Cruise in the film "Mission: Impossible 2" (M:I-2), with a fiery background characteristic of the 2000s aesthetic. The main headline announces a feature on the Tom Cruise/John Woo duo.

At the top left is an insert with a photo of Russell Crowe in his role as Maximus for the film "Gladiator," accompanied by the text "Russell Crowe, Mad Maximus in Gladiator." The cover also announces topics on several significant films from that period, such as "X-Men," "The Crow 3," "Hollow Man," "Final Destination," "Pitch Black," as well as a report on the Cannes Film Festival 2000 and an article on "Sydney Fox, the Adventurer."

The cover design is characterized by vivid colors, primarily orange and red tones evoking fire and action, typical of cinema magazines from the 1990s-2000s. The "Impact" logo is clearly visible at the top, accompanied by the mention "Ciné - Télé - Vidéo" (Cinema - TV - Video). The barcode, the reference "M 3226 - 86 - 25,00 F - RD," and prices for different countries are present at the bottom left, confirming the original French edition.

The item features a soft cover with a glossy finish, with no apparent defects on the visible side: no major creases, snags, or significant discoloration. The top and bottom corners are sharp, and the binding appears intact on the visible part. The printing of text and images is clear, with no smudges or significant signs of wear.

This retro magazine is an iconic item for fans of 2000s action and science fiction cinema, illustrating the craze for blockbusters and major franchises of that era. It also reflects the graphic style and editorial choices specific to the French specialized press of that period.

Condition

Used item in very good condition on the visible side. Sold as is.

Did you know? The magazine Impact, launched in France in the 1980s, was a reference for genre cinema news, from Hollywood blockbusters to Asian productions. It supported the rise of many directors and actors, and its behind-the-scenes features are sought after for the richness of their iconography and interviews.

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