Movie poster "Working Class Ballet"

Movie:

The movie "Working Class Ballet" from 2007, directed and produced by Roberts Vinovskis, is a documentary that explores the world of football beyond the typical perceptions. It delves into the cultural and philosophical layers of the sport, presenting football as more than a game. Rather than just showcasing players and fans, the film emphasizes football as a symbolic dance of life, embodying ethical, aesthetic, and social dimensions that mirror the drama and intensity of human existence. The documentary features insights from theorists, philosophers, linguists, a neuropsychologist, and a football coach, highlighting the parallels between the game and life.

Synopsis:

"Working Class Ballet" presents football as an intricate performance blending sport and societal reflection. From countryside fans to grand championship events, it portrays football as a metaphor for life's drama, intensity, and connection to modern society.

Challenge:

To create a nuanced, alternative portrayal of football as a deeply resonant cultural phenomenon rather than mere entertainment.

Solution:

I wove symbols from the physicality of football, the elegance of dance, and the strategy of chess, among others, to show the film’s layered narrative.

Movie: "Working Class Ballet"

Client: Studio Locomotive, Director and producer - Roberts Vinovskis

Year: 2007

Service Category: Graphic Design, Illustration, Movie poster

Designer: Gints Apsīts (Graphic Design, Art Direction, Illustration)