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Update #16: Trilogy Boxes

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Update #14: Digital Downloads for all backers!

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Update #13: Rewards update

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This project successfully raised its funding goal on March 23, 2011.

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764 Backers

You'll get a high-definition digital download of "Urbanized" when the film is released on video in late 2011/early 2012. And our sincere thanks!

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211 Backers

You'll get a copy of the DVD edition of "Urbanized" when the film is released on video in late 2011/early 2012. You'll also receive a series of limited-edition "Urbanized" postcards. Includes shipping worldwide.

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147 Backers

You'll get an "Urbanized" T-shirt designed by Build, screened on gray (by popular demand) American Apparel T's in guys and gals sizes. Includes shipping worldwide, your shirt will ship in March. Then you'll also get a digital download of the film when it's released.

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41 Backers

You'll get a copy of the Blu-ray HD edition of "Urbanized" when the film is released on video in late 2011/early 2012. You'll also receive a series of limited-edition "Urbanized" postcards. Includes shipping worldwide.

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313 Backers • Limited Reward (87 of 400 remaining)

You'll get "The Design Trilogy" DVD limited-edition box set. Helvetica (the "Neue" director's cut), Objectified, and Urbanized in a specially designed slipcover package, with a hardbound art book featuring photos and notes on the making of the three films, guest contributors, and more. Each copy signed by director Gary Hustwit. The Trilogy box set be released in late 2011/early 2012. Only 1,000 copies of this deluxe edition will be produced, so this Kickstarter campaign may be the only opportunity to get one. Includes shipping worldwide.

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219 Backers • Limited Reward (81 of 300 remaining)

You'll get a Blu-ray "The Design Trilogy" box set, including the hardcover book and other contents, but with Blu-ray high-definition discs instead of normal DVDs. Each copy signed by director Gary Hustwit. The Trilogy box set be released in late 2011/early 2012. Includes shipping worldwide.

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54 Backers • Limited Reward (46 of 100 remaining)

You'll get the T-shirt (now) and The Design Trilogy DVD limited-editon box when it's released in late 2011/early 2012. Includes shipping worldwide.

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10 Backers • Limited Reward (10 of 20 remaining)

You'll get a set of four limited-edition "Urbanized" silkscreen prints designed by Build. A2 size (16 1/2" x 23") and screened on super-bright Colorplan stocks in a numbered edition of 100. Includes shipping worldwide, your prints will ship in March. Plus you or your company will get a "special thanks" in the film's credits. Get your name on the big screen!

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4 Backers • Limited Reward (6 of 10 remaining)

NEW: You'll get the set of limited silkscreen prints now, and the DVD Design Trilogy box set when it's released in late 2011/early 2012. Plus a "thank you" in the film's credits. The signed Trilogy box Includes a hardbound art book featuring photos and notes on the making of the three films, guest contributors, and more. Each copy signed by director Gary Hustwit. Included shipping worldwide.

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6 Backers • Limited Reward (4 of 10 remaining)

NEW: You'll get the set of limited silkscreen prints now, and the Blu-ray Design Trilogy box set when it's released in late 2011/early 2012. Plus a "thank you" in the film's credits. The signed Trilogy box Includes a hardbound art book featuring photos and notes on the making of the three films, guest contributors, and more. Each copy signed by director Gary Hustwit. Included shipping worldwide.

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You'll get two VIP tickets to the World Premiere of the film (your travel and accommodations not included) plus dinner that evening with director Gary Hustwit and members of the film's cast and crew. You or your company will get a "special thanks" in the film's credits, 10 DVDs, two Design Trilogy box sets, two T-shirts, and a set of the limited-edition prints.

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0 Backers • Limited Reward (5 of 5 remaining)

NEW: You'll get two VIP tickets to a regional "Urbanized" premiere screening of your choice (your travel and accommodations not included) plus dinner that evening with director Gary Hustwit. You or your company will get a "special thanks" in the film's credits, 10 DVDs, two Design Trilogy box sets, two T-shirts, and a set of the limited-edition prints.

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1 Backer • Limited Reward (2 of 3 remaining)

You'll get a private screening of "Urbanized" (or Helvetica, or Objectified, your choice) for your group or company, anywhere in the world, hosted by director Gary Hustwit. You'll get a special thanks in the film's credits, plus 10 posters, 10 t-shirts, and a set of the limited silkscreen prints (these all make good giveaways at the event). Gary's transportation and lodging are additional, unless you're in New York or London. Timing: this fall, exact date TBD depending on Gary's schedule. Email us with ideas or any questions: info@urbanizedfilm.com

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Gary Hustwit is an independent filmmaker based in New York and London. Gary has produced eight feature documentaries, including the award-winning "I Am Trying To Break Your Heart" about the band Wilco; "Moog", the documentary about electronic music pioneer Robert Moog; and an experimental feature film with the band Animal Collective.

In 2007 he made his directorial debut with "Helvetica", a documentary about graphic design and typography. His second film, "Objectified", about industrial design and product design, was released in 2009. Both films were broadcast on PBS television in the USA, and on networks in 15 other countries. They've been screened in over 300 cities worldwide. Gary was nominated for a 2008 Independent Spirit Award for "Helvetica".

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