Hanzi

Hanzi

Exploring Language and Culture through Chinese Typography

2017•57m•7.6/10

Documentary

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7.6/10(5)

Hanzi is a documentary exploring international design, visual culture, and identity through the lens of modern Chinese typography. The film covers a variety of topics such as how languages shape identity, and what role handwriting plays in the digital age.

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Muris

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ZH

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