The Queen’s Gambit

Kinetic Type

This short motion graphic piece highlights a pivotal moment from the popular Netflix original series The Queen’s Gambit. The piece takes on kinetic type and moving graphics to convey visceral emotion and drama. The series takes place during the 1960’s and plays upon classic modern styles. The chosen scene depicts Beth Harmon (the protagonist of the story) as a child during her time at the orphanage playing a game of chess with her teacher Mr. Shaibel in the basement where he works. As the piece progresses, the typefaces become intermingled between characters to allude deeper meaning and character growth.