Escape from L.A. (1996) Movie Poster The item under discussion is a poster for the movie, Escape from L.A., released in 1996. This science fiction action film serves as a sequel to the 1981 film, Escape from New York, both directed by John Carpenter. Set in a dystopian future, the story follows Snake Plissken (played by Kurt Russell), a former Special Forces soldier, who is tasked with rescuing the President's daughter from the crime-ridden island of Los Angeles, now a maximum-security prison. The poster highlights key elements of the film, including its gritty aesthetic and starring cast.