With the passing of Brigitte Bardot, the world marks the end of a cultural era. More than a film star, Bardot was a visual phenomenon whose image reshaped post-war cinema, fashion, and graphic design. The film posters created to promote her work are today regarded as masterpieces of 20th-century illustration—bold, provocative, and enduring.

And God Created Woman (1956)

Directed by Roger Vadim, this film launched Bardot onto the world stage. René Péron’s iconic French Grande poster captures the film’s psychological and erotic tension, placing Bardot at the centre of a composition charged with desire and defiance. It remains one of the most important European film posters ever produced.

Le Mépris (1963)

Jean-Luc Godard’s modernist masterpiece reimagined Bardot as a symbol of emotional distance and intellectual cool. Georges Allard’s painterly poster reflects the aesthetics of the French New Wave, presenting Bardot as both muse and modern icon.

Une Parisienne (1957)

Elegant and playful, this poster presents Bardot as the embodiment of Parisian charm. Set against a delicately illustrated cityscape, it exemplifies the sophistication and artistry of French Grande poster design in the late 1950s.

Babette Goes to War (1959)

One of Bardot’s most graphic and playful poster designs, Lefor-Openo’s artwork embraces bold colour blocks and whimsical symbolism. Produced in multiple colour variants, it is among the most recognisable posters of her career.

A Woman Like Satan (1958)

Yves Thos’ expressive brushwork and dramatic composition reinforce Bardot’s reputation as cinema’s ultimate femme fatale. The poster’s kinetic energy mirrors the film’s themes of obsession, power, and desire.