Starfix Magazine No. 5 June 1983 David Bowie Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence vintage cinema

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Description

This magazine shown in the photo is a copy of the French magazine Starfix, number 5, dated June 1983. The cover features a color photograph of David Bowie in the film "Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence," with a tropical background, military tents, and a vehicle steering wheel visible in the foreground. The title "STARFIX" appears at the top in white letters, accompanied by the ISSN 0756-0559. The typical layout of 1980s film magazines is clearly identifiable, with a rectangular format, glossy paper print, and a dominant color palette leaning towards khaki, green, and beige.

In addition to the prominent David Bowie, the cover announces several main features: Mel Gibson in "The Year of Living Dangerously," Sean Connery as James Bond 007, a report on Cannes '83, and a section on Dario Argento with the mention "Tenebres" illustrated with a color photo. The texts are printed in white on a photographic background, using a simple and modern typography characteristic of the early 1980s.

The bottom left corner indicates the issue reference: "N°5 - Juin 83 - 15 F. Mensuel" (No. 5 - June '83 - 15 F. Monthly), as well as the mention "Magazine cinéma vidéo de l’aventure, du fantastique et de la science-fiction" (Adventure, fantasy, and science fiction cinema and video magazine), confirming the editorial focus of the publication. No major defects are visible on the front: the cover shows a slight curve but no apparent stains, snags, or tears. The corners generally appear crisp, which is rare for a magazine of this era.

The magazine, in its presentation, perfectly reflects the aesthetic of French cinephile publications from the early 1980s, with an emphasis on film visuals and key titles from international cinema. The presence of David Bowie and references to directors like Dario Argento or iconic actors like Sean Connery makes it a sought-after issue for enthusiasts of retro cinema and visual archives of the 7th art.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The visible cover is in very good condition for its age, with no notable defects on the presented side. Some minor signs of use may be present, consistent with an old paper publication.

Did you know? The magazine Starfix, launched in 1983, became a reference in French cinema press thanks to its in-depth features on genre cinema, science fiction, and major events like the Cannes Film Festival. It left its mark on a whole generation of readers with the quality of its articles and visuals.

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