The Sugarland Express (Loca Evasion) – Original Argentine One Sheet (1974)

Original Spanish-language theatrical poster for Loca Evasión, the 1974 crime-comedy The Sugarland Express directed by a young Steven Spielberg in his feature film debut. The artwork bursts with energy, featuring a vibrant illustration of Goldie Hawn, whose wide smile and flowing hair frame a wild collage of police chases, gunfire, and chaos.

The tagline playfully reads: “Una chica de gran arrastre. ¡Todos los policías van detrás de ella… y todos los demás también!” (“A girl with big pull. All the cops are after her… and so is everyone else!”). Rendered in classic 1970s poster art style, the design captures both the comedic and frenetic tone of the film.

This poster measures the standard one-sheet size (approx. 27” x 41”) and is folded, as originally issued. Condition shows typical fold lines and slight edge wear, with the back bearing visible aging and some browning. As a collectible, it holds special appeal for Spielberg completists and fans of Goldie Hawn, representing the launch of a major director’s career and a defining road movie of its era.

Condition Notes

• Folds: Poster is folded (as originally distributed); visible horizontal and vertical fold lines.

• Corners: Pinned in all four corners for display; slight wear and small tears along folds.

• Reverse: Handwritten title on back in pen for theater identification (common for Argentinian posters from this era).

• Overall: Displays well with good color retention; minimal staining or paper loss; Very Good condition for age.

Collector’s Insight

• This is one of the earliest theatrical posters for a Steven Spielberg-directed film, marking his feature debut.

• The film itself is notable for being the first theatrical collaboration between Spielberg and composer John Williams.

• Argentine posters are sought after for their unique illustrated interpretations and smaller print runs, making them rarer than their U.S. counterparts.

• Ideal for collectors of 1970s cinema, Goldie Hawn memorabilia, or early Spielberg filmography.