Video Essay Explains Why Movie Fonts Matter

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"In most films, the title screen is the first character you see. Those letters are literally the first characters you see."

Here’s an interesting video essay for you to watch that focuses on fonts in movies and why they matter. In the video, type designer Marie Boulanger explains how fonts can help to shape film narratives, and even impact our viewing experience.

This video offers some fascinating insight into font design and the branding of movies. Fonts are something a lot of people take for granted, but they do serve a very important purpose!

Enjoy the video!

Joey Paur Co-Founder / Editor of GeekTyrant.com, and if you haven't noticed I write… a lot. Movies are my passion and I live and breathe all things geek. This site is part of my life's work, it's a part of me. I love what I do, and I enjoy sharing everything I can with you when it comes to movies and geekery. In my spare time I travel to the netherworlds to battle demons. @JoeyPaur | joeypaur@geektyrant.com

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