Re: Size of standard movie poster?

"Steven J. Weller" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote in message
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> In article <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>,
>  "Robert Morein" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> > What are the dimensions of a standard movie poster?
>
> Depends on what kind of movie poster you mean.  A one-sheet might be 2'
> x 3' typically, but a lobby poster is usually larger.  There are also
> lobby cards, broadsheets (if I'm remembering the term correctly),
> promotional posters that are sold or given away to the general public,
> etc, etc.
>
> If you're looking for something for a specific display purpose, like
> you're renting a theatre for a screening and you want to put a poster in
> the lobby, then it's easiest to go to the venue, measure the shadowbox
> where it'll hang, and have one printed to fit.  If you're at a trade
> show or are just doing general promotion, 2x3 is usually large enough
> not to look too small while remaining affordable.
>
I am making a poster to promote a project. The correct aspect ratio adds to
the authentic feel.

>From your comments, I take it that the typical aspect ratio is 3:2.