Review of Helvetica (2007) by Mike H — 23 Jun 2007

Essential viewing for designers and visual culture junkies. Bonus: learn the REAL reason behind the Iraq War!

This review of Helvetica (2007) was written by Mike H on 23 Jun 2007.

Helvetica has generally received positive reviews.

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