Guardians of the Galaxy UI Design - Territory Studio
I just recently watched Guardians of the Galaxy and I really enjoyed it, quite unexpected and a lot of fun. Afterwards, I was really wanting to look at the UI close up. Luckily for us Territory Studio have compiled a UI montage of their recent work on the project along with lots of detailed images over on their site.
The movie had a huge array of UI and screen graphics, which included holograms, cockpit UI, schematics and alien UI. The examples ranged from being technical, bold, complex to very organic constructions. The unusual orb like alien interface on the necrocraft was also an interesting surprise.
I really like that they developed typefaces for different locations throughout the film. I find it very fascinating seeing people invent and visualise their idea of alien culture. I also really love movies that travel to other planets because of the way design language is used to differentiate different cultures or colonies. It really is an opportunity to exercise your imagination. As a result, there's some really fun use of colour and shape particularly in the displays seen on 'Knowhere'.
My favourite piece would have to be the line up sequences. I just love the colourful UI elements and the way the shot is framed, it's so luscious with colour and visually striking. It really felt like something out of a comic book or video game. The dusty pink type is awesome.
Check out the movie if you haven't already, it's probably one of my favourite Marvel films to date.
Watch the Guardians of the Galaxy UI montage by Territory Studio