Alongside Objectified, the design documentary film by Gary Hustwit, comes Art & Copy, a film about advertising directed by Doug Pray. Judging by the trailer, it looks to be a very interesting film and can’t wait to see it later this month.

Synopsis

“Art & Copy is a powerful new film about advertising and inspiration. Directed by Doug Pray (Surfwise, Scratch, Wise!), it reveals the work and wisdom of some of the most influential advertising creatives of our time — people who’ve profoundly impacted our culture, yet are virtually unknown outside their industry. Exploding forth from advertising’s “creative revolution” of the 1960s, these artists and writers all brought a surprisingly rebellious spirit to their work in a business more often associated with mediocrity or manipulation: George Lois, Mary Wells, Dan Wieden, Lee Clow, Hal Riney and others featured in Art & Copy were responsible for “Just Do It,” “I Love NY,” “Where’s the Beef?,” “Got Milk,” “Think Different,” and brilliant campaigns for everything from cars to presidents. They managed to grab the attention of millions and truly move them. Visually interwoven with their stories, TV satellites are launched, billboards are erected, and the social and cultural impact of their ads are brought to light in this dynamic exploration of art, commerce, and human emotion.”

Hit the jump for the Seattle screening times.

Seattle Times
– Friday, Aug 21 at 07:00PM
– Friday, Aug 21 at 09:00PM
– Saturday, Aug 22 at 07:00PM
– Saturday, Aug 22 at 09:00PM
– Sunday, Aug 23 at 07:00PM
– Sunday, Aug 23 at 09:00PM
– Monday, Aug 24 at 07:00PM
– Monday, Aug 24 at 09:00PM
– Tuesday, Aug 25 at 07:00PM
– Tuesday, Aug 25 at 09:00PM
– Thursday, Aug 27 at 07:00PM
– Thursday, Aug 27 at 09:00PM

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