Review of Helvetica (2007) by Taryn F — 10 Mar 2008

Not just for design and publishing nerds.

This review of Helvetica (2007) was written by Taryn F on 10 Mar 2008.

Helvetica has generally received positive reviews.

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

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By Ian D (259) on 06 Jan 2012

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By Justin S (1,191) on 13 May 2014

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By Shon C (13) on 28 Jan 2013

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

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By Steven C (1,252) on 10 Sep 2012

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

Yes, it's a movie about a typeface. A bit predictable, but an enjoyable 90 minutes for nerds like me…

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By Iain W (38) on 27 Oct 2011

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Crazy compelling documentary about one of the simplest subjects ever…

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