Lawrence Gleadle preserved samples of his work, fragments of larger posters, and colour separations from the pivotal period of 1937-1941. The astonishing twist in this narrative comes as Gleadle's son, Goff, discovers this hidden treasure trove, unaware of the existence of these posters and their historical significance.
 
Gleadle worked with Stafford & Co, the largest printing press of film posters in England. Stafford's reigned as the powerhouse responsible for printing up to half of England's film posters. Gleadle's artistic genius and expertise in lithography earned him the title of 'The Big Head Man,' as he painted captivating portraits while others added backgrounds and typography to the posters.
 
This riveting tale takes readers behind the scenes of the highly skilled process of stone lithography, where Lawrence Gleadle brought film stars and advertising characters to life on large posters and massive billboards.