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Documentary | 72′ | 2023 | Spain
Catalogue
“Experience the life and passion for design and calligraphy of Ricardo Rousselot, a personal narrative unveiling the secrets behind iconic brands.”
Documentary | 72′ | 2023 | Spain
Directed by: Alex Guimerà
Production Companies: HicNunc Filmworks
Co-produced with 3Cat and in collaboration with CaixaForum+, Filmin, La Vanguardia, Gràffica, AC/E, Smoking, TDWEEK (Design Hub Canarias) and Blanc! Festival.
Starring: Ricardo Rousselot
Available on CaixaForum+ (Spain) and FILMIN (Spain)
Synopsis
A documentary about the life and work of the celebrated Argentine designer and calligrapher, Ricardo Rousselot. At the age of 86, he continues to be active and is recognized as one of the key figures in the world of design and calligraphy worldwide.
His mind and hand have been behind the most iconic logos, brands, and images in our popular visual culture, and he played a decisive role in the renewal of design and the international projection of the Spain brand.
His work is characterized by hand-drawn lettering, one of his most recognizable specialties. Many leading companies worldwide display logos designed by Master Ricardo Rousselot to this day. At 86 years of age, he is still active and is recognized as one of the key figures in the design and calligraphy scene worldwide. His mind and hand are behind the most iconic logos, brands and images of our popular visual culture and he contributed decisively to the renewal of design and the international projection of the Spain brand. His work is characterized by lettering, one of his most recognizable specialties. Many leading companies around the world today display logos designed by Master Ricardo Rousselot.
