Review of Helvetica (2007) by Pamela C — 13 Jan 2008

Fascinating Documentary about the typeface, seriously would reccommend to any nerdbomber with any interest in design.

This review of Helvetica (2007) was written by Pamela C on 13 Jan 2008.

Helvetica has generally received positive reviews.

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