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Linecaster Documentary (1960)

A SUPERB 35-minute documentary explaining how a linecaster works, made in 1960 by instructors of the International Institute of Graphic Arts of Colle Don Bouco, Asti, Italy.

The film is split into two parts, part 1 covers composition, part 2 casting and distribution. The narration is in English.

This film is available on Metal Type DVD - Volume One.

Part 1


Part 2



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