Review of Helvetica (2007) by Shon C — 28 Jan 2013

Finally got around to seeing this. Mad respect to design people. I could never do what you do. Helvetica for life!

This review of Helvetica (2007) was written by Shon C on 28 Jan 2013.

Helvetica has generally received positive reviews.

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Oh the sweet tension between the lovers and haters of the Helvetica Typeface. A true delight to watch…

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By Kendall G (11) on 21 Feb 2011

A wholly cathartic look at a most integral component of advertising and marketing, 'Helvetica' is grand in its scope of the history and politics…

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By Yva S (20) on 26 Jun 2012

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By Chris M (3,023) on 15 Jan 2012

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By Iain W (38) on 27 Oct 2011

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