Escape from Alcatraz (1979) Original Japanese Poster B2Don Siegel's taut prison thriller starring Clint Eastwood, based on the true story of the 1962 escape from Alcatraz Island. The Siegel Eastwood collaboration produced some of the most iconic films of the era. This B2 poster (51x73cm) is from the 1979 Japanese theatrical release. Eastwood's immense popularity in Japan makes original Japanese posters for his films consistently sought after by collectors.