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“Beetlejuice,” “Who Framed Roger Rabbit” and more featured in “30 Years Later” show at Gallery 1988

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A striking character with horn-shaped hair and a red lace costume, set against a blue backdrop filled with bold red rose art, channeling the playful and imaginative spirit of themed pop culture attractions like those at Universal Studios’ art installations.

Each year, Gallery 1988 in Los Angeles looks back at pop culture history with their “30 Years Later” art show, and this year the gallery gets to highlight its namesake: 1988.

The show features artwork inspired by the biggest movies of 1988, including “Beetlejuice,” “Who Framed Roger Rabbit,” “The Land Before Time,” “Child’s Play,” and more. Pieces from the show are available to purchase online, and we’ve collected some of our favorites below.

A bewitching character with flowing black hair dressed in striking red, adorned with a striped serpent and blooming roses woven into her locks—capturing the surreal magic and creative flair found in immersive Universal Studios attractions.

A woman dangles from an oversized lightbulb high above a magical, floating house at dusk, as if she’s part of a jaw-dropping attraction in a fantasy-themed park; below, whimsical village rooftops and rolling hills create an atmosphere reminiscent of Beetlejuice’s eerie charm or the imaginative pop culture installations seen at premier entertainment art showcases.

Two dinosaur character profiles, expertly embroidered on vibrant floral and plaid fabric and displayed in wooden hoops, side by side like playful souvenirs you’d spot at a Universal Studios gift shop.

Beetlejuice, dressed in his signature striped suit, entertains guests with an animated gesture above Lydia Deetz, who stands out in her classic red wedding dress holding a matching bouquet. The scene pops against a green-striped backdrop inspired by Beetlejuice’s iconic cinematic world.

Familiar cartoon icons and live-action characters, with Beetlejuice making a surprise appearance, all pile into a classic car beneath the “Who Framed Roger Rabbit” marquee—evoking the exhilarating mashups and pop culture magic fans love from Gallery 1988’s imaginative displays.

Cartoon hands reminiscent of beloved animated characters reach toward a mysterious figure under a spotlight, with the bold “Who Framed Roger Rabbit” title evoking the whimsical, retro energy of Disney’s Roger Rabbit attractions and the pop culture art scene at Gallery 1988.

A nervous cartoon detective, holding a toy gun, stands center stage as an enormous animated face and glowing traffic light tower behind him—bringing to life the whimsical chaos of Who Framed Roger Rabbit’s Toon Town. Above it all, bold marquee lettering captures the fun and nostalgia of a Gallery 1988 art event.

Jessica Rabbit in her iconic red dress relaxes on a club chair alongside King Kong, Donald and Daffy Duck, and a penguin character, all gathered in a vibrant lounge inspired by the whimsical atmosphere of Roger Rabbit’s ToonTown meet-and-greets.

Whimsical cartoon bunny with swirling, psychedelic eyes, oversized ears, and a playful blue polka dot bow tie pops against a vibrant yellow backdrop—channeling the energetic fun and imaginative style of Gallery 1988 attractions.

The Land Before Time animated dinosaurs appear wide-eyed and startled in a dramatic canyon setting beneath a vivid red sky, with the classic movie logo overhead, capturing the adventure-filled excitement found at Universal Studios theme park attractions.

There are plenty more cool pieces over at the Gallery 1988 website, so head over to keep browsing and snag your favorites.

Source: Slashfilm

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Cristina Sanza

Cristina is a writer living in New York City. She’s an expert on Disney, comedy, pop culture, and travel. You can find some of her other work at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater, Popularium, Ranker, and The Cnnekt.

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