ADFF ONLINE 2022-2023

Maija Isola - Master of Colour and Form

Expired February 18, 2023 4:59 AM
Already unlocked? for access
Protected ContentThis content can only be viewed in authorized regions: United States of America, Canada.

Finnish artist Maija Isola was one of the first designers of Marimekko – the Finnish design brand known for its vibrant and original prints and colors worldwide. Having designed over 500 prints during her 38-year tenure at the company, Maija not only revolutionized Finnish homes in the 1950s and 60s with her fabric designs but also extended the brand’s reach overseas to cities like New York and Tokyo. The film traces the footsteps of Maija, an avid traveler who has lived in various cities and countries throughout her life. Presented through archive material, new fictive footage, animations, and film clips, the film explores the artist’s life, sources of inspiration, legacy, and the secret behind the success of her nature-inspired fabrics.

  • Year
    2021
  • Runtime
    90 minutes
  • Language
    Finnish
  • Country
    Finland
  • Note
    English subtitles
  • Director
    Leena Kilpeläinen