Vintage Le Cinéphage cinema magazine Victoria Abril Almodovar retro

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Description

This cinema magazine titled Le Cinéphage is presented here in a vintage edition with a visually striking cover. The front page features Victoria Abril, a famous actress, photographed in an expressive and bold style, accompanied by the tagline "damnée pour Almodovar" (damned for Almodóvar). At the top of the cover is the distinctive logo "LE CINÉPHAGE – Le magazine des mordus de l'image" (THE CINEPHILE – The magazine for image enthusiasts), characteristic of the graphic design of specialized magazines from the 1990s.

The cover composition is dominated by Victoria Abril's portrait, sporting elaborate makeup and hairstyle, with red elements evoking a theatrical style linked to Almodóvar's universe. The main article titles are clearly visible: interviews with Peter Greenaway and Sam Raimi, a feature on Julio Medem's "L’Écureuil rouge" (The Red Squirrel), and an investigation into Fritz Lang and film noir. The texts are printed in yellow, white, and bright blue, enhancing the magazine's retro and attractive visual appeal.

The visible binding on the left and the glossy finish of the cover suggest printing on coated paper, typical of quality periodicals from that period. The corners and spine appear in good condition, without major signs of wear or obvious creases on the visible side. The barcode and price in French francs at the bottom right confirm its original pre-Euro edition, which attests to its vintage character.

The entire front cover exhibits a retro aesthetic, characteristic of 90s cinephile publications, both in terms of layout and choice of colors and typography. The magazine caters to enthusiasts of film history and film culture, with varied topics ranging from interviews with directors to analyses of cinematic movements.

Condition

Used magazine in very good apparent condition for its age. Glossy cover, with no visible tears or creases on the presented side. Clean corners and edges on the front. Sold as is.

Did you know? Le Cinéphage was a French cinema magazine, particularly appreciated in the 1990s for the quality of its features and interviews with international directors. It contributed to the dissemination of cinephile culture in France at a time when access to information on art-house cinema was still limited outside of major media outlets.

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