Review of Helvetica (2007) by Mario L — 01 Feb 2012

Damn! didnt know there was so much work in Typeface.

This review of Helvetica (2007) was written by Mario L on 01 Feb 2012.

Helvetica has generally received positive reviews.

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By Samuel B (481) on 03 Jan 2012

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By Hector B (80) on 20 Feb 2012

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By Matthew J (1,312) on 19 Dec 2011

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