Did you see the 2002 movie “Catch Me If You Can“? I enjoyed the actual movie, yes, but it was the opening title sequence that really made me go WOW. See, I’m a huge fan of retro or vintage art and have idolized the likes of graphic design master Saul Bass for most of my designing life. In case you haven’t seen the title sequence I am talking about, here it is via youtube.
Kuntzel+Deygas Presentation
Last year, my husband and I had the pleasure of attending a design conference in KL, Malaysia where the designers of the above mentioned title sequence, France-based Kuntzel+Deygas were among the speakers. They did an inspiring presentation of their work process and of their latest projects. Needless to say, I was stricken with awe.
Kuntzel+Deygas autograph session
(Some people hyperventilate when they meet their movie or rock star idols. I, on the other hand, do the same when I meet my design heroes.)
You can see their delightful illustrations on their website Add A Dog.
Which now brings me to two Squidoo lenses that I came across yesterday. It was such a coincidence that they were both excellently-crafted lenses featuring vintage travel posters although dedicated to two entirely different aspects of it.
Alps Travel Poster Ideas
Alps Travel Poster Ideas: Be Inspired by the Past by WordCustard (or Nicki as most of us here know her) pays tribute to art deco inspired vintage Alps travel posters from the mid-20th century. Here she features a selection of charming retro posters and accompanies them with facts about the golden age of Alpine tourism.
Another lens, Fly TWA by OttoBlotto is a fascinating look back on Trans World Airlines history creatively told through a collection of vintage TWA advertisements and posters, also from the mid-20th century. The posters are organized per country and beside each are tidbits about how each place relates to TWA during it’s lifespan.
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I loved the movie and the title sequence was part of the reason why. The art did more than just look pretty, it actually set the atmosphere of the entire film.
Nicki’s lens was downright cool in the fact that it showcased some wonderful Art and presented interesting facts about the era.
Good call!
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You watch “Mad Men”, right? Please tell me you watch “Mad Men”.
I love vintage design too. Since Mad Men takes place in the sixties, they’ve got plenty of it, and their opening title sequence is great.
Another really cool, not quite vintage but vintage inspired opening sequence is the one to “Chuck”, a tv show about a computer nerd who accidentally becomes a spy.
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Alex, I completely agree with you that the opening title did set the overall mood & tone of the film! Wasn’t it absolutely fabulous?
Addy, it’s so nice to see you on here! Unfortunately I haven’t had a chance to watch Mad Men (not sure if it’s being aired here but I’ll check it out online). And yes I looooove Chuck, thank you for reminding me that I need to catch up on my episodes.
Thanks for the visit you guys!
Ah ha…. I wondered what mysterious breeze blew that burnt out angel blessing from Drifter over to my extremely under-promoted lens. Thanks for the feature, C!
That ‘Catch Me if You Can’ opening sequence is captivating, I remember it well. And it’s always exciting to meet your heroes, especially when they live up to all your expectations.
I’m off to pay OttoBlotto a visit…
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