Scott-I highly recommend attending Cinevent. It's one of the last really good shows. A throw-back from the good old days: crappy hotel in the middle of nowhere with a great attendance of serious dealers and good material. Zeev is on point. It's a much social as acquiring material. It's good to put a face with people that you have dealt with over the phone or internet(which has killed shows). For the collector, there is nothing like walking into a room full of paper. The sterility of the internet doesn't compare in any way. Plus there are screenings and an auction. It would be great to see a resurgence of shows but that is unlikely so go while you can!
-Peter Movie Poster Exchange -----Original Message----- From: MoPo List [mailto:mopo-l@LISTSERV.AMERICAN.EDU] On Behalf Of Zeev Drach Sent: Thursday, April 24, 2014 9:44 AM To: MoPo-L@LISTSERV.AMERICAN.EDU Subject: Re: [MOPO] Poster Conventons - your thoughts Hello Scott, If all you're interested in is finding "good in-demand titles for good prices" like you're used to, by searching eBay, it is a pity, because that is not why people go to conventions. Don't get me wrong, hundreds of people find thousands of items every single day in those conventions, and there no reason for you to be the exception. However, there are many other reasons that make the Poster Convention such a popular event for the participants. How about chatting and exchanging ideas with fellow collectors? Meeting new and interesting people which may become friends for life? Going for lunch or dinner with a few fun guys you just met? Making new contacts and new sources for future sales or purchases? Meeting a knowledgeable dealer, or seeing some items you never knew existed? Depending on the specific venue, Poster Conventions have various other features: Screening vintage movies, sometimes silent ones with live piano accompaniment, Auctions, special guests signing autographs or new books, and more. Treat yourself, stay in a hotel and spend a whole weekend on your most favorite hobby and pastime. Can you have a better vacation that that? You got to try it once! Zeev -----Original Message----- From: MoPo List [mailto:mopo-l@LISTSERV.AMERICAN.EDU] On Behalf Of Scott Thienes Sent: April 24, 2014 12:46 AM To: MoPo-L@LISTSERV.AMERICAN.EDU Subject: [MOPO] Poster Conventons - your thoughts I've never been to a movie poster convention and would like to attend one. I live in California but would still need to drive 5 hours to LA and spend money on a hotel, etc. My question is: Is it worth the money to attend a convention? Will I find good in-demand titles for good prices or am I just wishful thinking? Am I just better off searching eBay and auction sites? Thanks for the info. Sent from my iPhone Visit the MoPo Mailing List Web Site at www.filmfan.com ___________________________________________________________________ How to UNSUBSCRIBE from the MoPo Mailing List Send a message addressed to: lists...@listserv.american.edu In the BODY of your message type: SIGNOFF MOPO-L The author of this message is solely responsible for its content. --- This email is free from viruses and malware because avast! Antivirus protection is active. http://www.avast.com Visit the MoPo Mailing List Web Site at www.filmfan.com ___________________________________________________________________ How to UNSUBSCRIBE from the MoPo Mailing List Send a message addressed to: lists...@listserv.american.edu In the BODY of your message type: SIGNOFF MOPO-L The author of this message is solely responsible for its content. Visit the MoPo Mailing List Web Site at www.filmfan.com ___________________________________________________________________ How to UNSUBSCRIBE from the MoPo Mailing List Send a message addressed to: lists...@listserv.american.edu In the BODY of your message type: SIGNOFF MOPO-L The author of this message is solely responsible for its content.
