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Freedom on the Fence Documentary

Freedom on the Fence is a documentary project about the history of Polish posters and their significance to the social, political and cultural life of Poland.

Examining the period from WWII through the fall of Communism, Freedom on the Fence captures the paradox of how this unique art form flourished within a Communist regime. The documentary contains interviews with older and younger generations of poster artists, examples of past and current poster work, historic and current film footage of where and how the poster is viewed, and commentaries from both American and Polish scholars and artists on the significance of the Polish poster as a cultural icon.

Produced by Andrea Marks, an associate professor at the Oregon University, the screening will run alongside the Common Thread Design Exhibition, in partnership with the Graphic Designers of Canada, BC Chapter.

The screening will take place at Emily Carr University October 9th at 6:30pm  with a special Q&A session with Andrea Marks.

GDC Members $10

Non-Members $15

Tickets are available NOW

Space is limited

You can check a preview of the documentary at the Common Thread website

NOTE: Common Thread Design Exhibition runs from 7 to 17 October and its a free event. Opening night is on 7 October at 6:30pm.

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