One day in Glasgow, typographer Thomas ‘Tam’ Lilley paints road signs that combine honesty, beauty, humility, and intelligence in their design.
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One day in Glasgow, typographer Thomas ‘Tam’ Lilley paints road signs that combine honesty, beauty, humility, and intelligence in their design.
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Synopsis
Thomas ‘Tam’ Lilley works as a roadliner in Glasgow. He spends a day applying his craft of typography on the streets, creating clear and functional signs. Filmmakers Pretend Lovers capture his process and dedication to his work. The film reflects on Lilley's contribution to the often-overlooked trade of road typography. It connects his artistry to the values of honesty and beauty. This six-minute documentary was produced in 2015 as part of O Street’s search for brand inspiration.
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Why Watch
- Meet Glasgow roadliner Thomas ‘Tam’ Lilley.
- Find out about the art of road typography.
- See how craftsmanship influences branding.
Did You Know
- The film features Glasgow roadliner Thomas ‘Tam’ Lilley.
- Roadliners was released in 2015 and has a duration of 6 minutes.
- The filmmakers are known as Pretend Lovers.
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Who is the main subject of the documentary Roadliners?
The main subject of Roadliners is Glasgow roadliner Thomas ‘Tam’ Lilley.
What year was the documentary Roadliners released?
Roadliners was released in 2015.
How long is the documentary Roadliners?
The duration of Roadliners is 6 minutes.
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