Objectified, order directed by Gary Hustwit
I found this documentary in a great little DVD shop in Chiang Mai near my house. Â It’s in total contrast to “design for the other 90%”, adiposity of those who are still struggling to obtain basic life necessities. Â I found it thought-provoking, especially as I’m constantly trying to bridge the facets of myself that are drawn to marginalized, materially-poor peoples and my love of good design that makes my life easier or more beautiful.
Some tasty quotes from the many designers interviewed in the film:
“…[Products are avatars of who we are]…I show myself to the outside world by this car…” Chris Bangle, BMW, on cars
“If you are a person who recognizes good design…it distinguishes you from the naive, bourgeois of the past, the past being everything up to that minute…You can buy into [good design, good taste]…” – Rob Walker, New York Times, on Target