The Eleventh – Dziga Vertov Film Poster 1928

This is a Soviet film poster for “The Eleventh” (Одиннадцатый), a 1928 documentary directed by Dziga Vertov. The poster was created by the celebrated Stenberg brothers — Georgii and Vladimir Stenberg — pioneers of Constructivist poster art and known for their dynamic, experimental designs in Soviet cinema advertising. The striking image shows a stylized face in shades of gray, wearing reflective glasses that capture industrial imagery, symbolizing the Soviet Union’s drive toward industrialization and progress. The bold red and yellow color scheme and vertical typography reflect the avant-garde visual language of the time. The film documents the eleventh year of Soviet power, focusing on industrial and social transformation, particularly in Ukraine. The poster is a powerful example of how Soviet artists used graphic design to merge propaganda with modernist aesthetics.