This article explores how artist Matt Ferguson has reinvigorated the tradition of illustrated movie posters over the last 15 years. He discusses his early influences, the challenges of working on both legacy and new films, and the importance of adapting designs for modern audiences.

Matt Ferguson discusses his process for designing the 40th anniversary poster for "The Empire Strikes Back." He emphasizes the importance of capturing the film's mood, iconic elements like Darth Vader, and how he used digital techniques to achieve his vision. Ferguson also contrasts this with his work on the new "Predator: Badlands" poster.