Step into the thrilling world of 1930s melodrama with this original poster for The Mystic Circle Murders, a 1939 re-titled version of the film Religious Racketeers. This dramatic poster, featuring bold colors and an eerie mystic's gaze, captures the intense, mystery-filled plot surrounding a fake medium who deceives a wealthy woman by claiming to contact her deceased mother. The story takes twists and turns from seances to exotic temples in Egypt and India, eventually culminating in the exposure of the fraud after a shocking revelation involving the mute mother! What makes this film particularly unique is the appearance of Wilhelmina Beatrice "Bess" Houdini, widow of the great Harry Houdini, in her only film role, where she helps expose the fake spiritualist, continuing her late husband's crusade against such deceptions. The fascinating connection to Houdini’s real-life mission adds a layer of intrigue and historical significance to this rare piece of cinematic history. Perfect for lovers of vintage horror, mysteries, or anyone intrigued by the golden age of film and spiritualism! Size: 41.25" x 28.25" Condition: Good, Age appropriate wear, fading and toning. Original fold lines have been professionally restored. Restoration and areas of recoloring in portions of fold lines. Areas of light fading along fold lines. Scuffing in lower half. Large piece-ins and tear repairs in outer borders. Repaired internal tears. Blemishes in outer margins. Conservation mounted on linen. Please use zoom feature to get a better understanding of overall condition. *Additional photos available upon request. - Note that this poster has gone through much restoration to bring it back to its former vintage glory!
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