Walkabout (1971)
Starring: Jenny Agutter, Lucien John, David Gulpilil
Directed by: Nicolas Roeg
Format: Original Australian Daybill
Size: Approx. 13" x 30"
Distributor: 20th Century Fox
Printer: M.A.P.S. Litho Pty Ltd
Classification: Not Suitable for Children
Tagline: “The Aborigine and the girl 30,000 years apart… together”
Design: Yellow border, iconic still of Gulpilil silhouetted and Agutter swimming beneath
Film Background: A hauntingly beautiful and symbolically rich Australian film, Walkabout tells the story of two white children lost in the Outback and their encounter with a young Aboriginal boy. David Gulpilil’s first major film role brought Indigenous culture into international focus.
Directed by visionary British filmmaker Nicolas Roeg, this film has become a landmark of Australian New Wave cinema.
Australian Collecting Notes: This Australian daybill is a sought-after item due to the cultural and cinematic significance of Walkabout. The poster’s minimalist but evocative design—especially its focus on the Aboriginal boy silhouetted against the sunset—is often noted by collectors for its visual power and social commentary. Early David Gulpilil posters have risen in demand since his passing in 2021, cementing his legendary status.

Collector’s Insight: Appreciated both by art film enthusiasts and cultural historians. Prices are steadily climbing, particularly for uncreased or untrimmed daybills in good condition.