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The Alphabeticians

A Master Lettercutter Passing On Her Craft

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The Alphabeticians is a cinematic observational documentary exploring the power of relationships and the resilience of creative spirit. The film follows a turning point in the life of Lida Cardozo Kindersley, who runs a renowned lettercutting workshop in Cambridge, England. Having inherited the workshop from her husband and former teacher David Kindersley, Lida poured her soul into her work for nearly half a century. Approaching her seventieth birthday, she prepares for the next step: to hand the workshop on to her son and daughter-in-law. This moment of transition offers a portal to deeper themes: what significance do heritage crafts have in the modern world? And what legacies are we passing to future generations?

Directed byRoss Harrison

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Status
Released
Runtime
0h 24m
Language
EN
Released
September 26, 2025
Studios
Kinward Films

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The Alphabeticians | Trailer | Short Documentary

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David Kindersley

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Lida Cardozo Kindersley

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Roxanne Kindersley

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Directed by
Ross Harrison
Produced by
Ross Harrison

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