Review of Helvetica (2007) by Nicci L — 31 Dec 2007

Arguably the best movie of 2007. Possibly ever.

This review of Helvetica (2007) was written by Nicci L on 31 Dec 2007.

Helvetica has generally received positive reviews.

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By Jean-Paul B (4) on 27 Apr 2012

Interesting film on type. If you're in the field I'd recommend it…

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By Ray S (427) on 27 Feb 2013

Yay! A documentary all about a single, solitary type font! Aren't you just thrilled…

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By A.d. O (421) on 25 Nov 2011

I love this font in the nyc subway, but hate it at ikea. I won't use helvetica so as not to spoil it for so many others…

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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 Rob J (305) on 12 May 2011

Awesome, all the emotion, glamour and nuts about a TYPE FACE? :D haha…

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By Bruce M (142) on 13 Mar 2011

A friend of mine recommended this movie. I thought I wouldn't like it, but found it rather interesting just a few minutes into it…

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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 Steven C (1,252) on 10 Sep 2012

It's a documentary about font…

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By Alan C (413) on 19 Mar 2011

Nice. Could be better though. There was something missing…

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By Ayse E (23) on 22 Aug 2012

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

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