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John Henry Alvin (November 24, 1948 – February 6, 2008) was an American cinematic artist and painter who illustrated many movie posters. Alvin created posters and key art for more than 135 films, beginning with the poster for Mel Brooks's Blazing Saddles (1974).
Explore the art of John Alvin, the cinematic artist behind iconic posters for E.T., The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast and more. Learn about his life, legacy and insights from his family and colleagues.
John Alvin (born John Alvin Hoffstadt, October 24, 1917 – February 27, 2009) was an American film, stage and television actor. He appeared in over 25 films for Warner Brothers and numerous television and theater roles throughout his career, which spanned from the 1940s to the 1990s.
John Alvin was a renowned American film poster designer who created artwork for over 135 films, including E.T., The Lion King and Star Wars. Learn about his life, style, influences and legacy in this comprehensive biography.
Feb 11, 2008 · By Dennis Hevesi. Feb. 11, 2008. John Alvin, who created memorable images for movie posters, billboards and advertisements, including the two fingers touching above the Earth’s surface for “E.T.:...