Rams
Synopsis
For over fifty years, legendary designer Dieter Rams has left an indelible mark on the field of product design with his iconic work at Braun and Vitsoe, and his influence on Apple. So at 86 years old, why does he now regret being a designer? This is a design documentary, but it’s also a rumination on consumerism, materialism, and sustainability. Dieter's philosophy is about more than just design, it’s about a way to live.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 16 DaysLuxembourg City Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
November 28, 2018
Wide Cinema Exhibition
December 14, 2018
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gary Hustwit
- Original Score
- Brian Eno
- Original Title
- Rams
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, German
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
- Production Studios
- First Film Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gary Hustwit
Brian Eno
Luke Geissbühler
Kayla Sklar
Gary Hustwit, Jessica Edwards
Department Leadership Roster
Gary Hustwit
Director
Gary Hustwit
Producer
Kayla Sklar
Editor
Luke Geissbühler
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Rams.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rams
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Rams about?
For over fifty years, legendary designer Dieter Rams has left an indelible mark on the field of product design with his iconic work at Braun and Vitsoe, and his influence on Apple. So at 86 years old, why does he now regret being a designer? This is a design documentary, but it’s also a rumination on consumerism, materialism, and sustainability. Dieter's philosophy is about more than just design, it’s about a way to live.
Who directed Rams?
Rams was directed by Gary Hustwit.
Who stars in Rams?
The principal cast of Rams includes Dieter Rams.
When was Rams released and how long is it?
Rams was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 1h 14m.
Who composed the musical score for Rams?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Rams was composed by Brian Eno.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Rams?
Rams holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).