Typography, Graphic Design and Global Visual Culture
Helvetica is a feature-length independent film about typography, graphic design and global visual culture. It looks at the proliferation of one typeface (which will celebrate its 50th birthday in 2007) as part of a larger conversation about the way type affects our lives. The film is an exploration of urban spaces in major cities and the type that inhabits them, and a fluid discussion with renowned designers about their work, the creative process, and the choices and aesthetics behind their use of type.
Helvetica (2007) is a documentary film directed by Gary Hustwit, released on September 12, 2007 with a runtime of 1h 20m. It stars Michael Bierut, Neville Brody, David Carson and Manfred Schulz. Viewers rate it 7.2 out of 10 across 181 ratings.
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Directed by Gary Hustwit, produced by Gary Hustwit.
Average viewer score of 7.2/10 from 181 ratings.
"Helvetica" is a surprisingly interesting documentary about the creation and influence of a font. Yes, a font. Yet, the story behind it is more interesting than you might believe, not to mention the influence it's had since its creation, both by its design and by the creation of an anti-Helvetica faction that rebels against its button-down and now traditional design. The influence of that rebellion alone is…
Reviewed on September 2, 2019
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Helvetica (2007) is available to stream on Criterion Channel, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
The main cast of Helvetica (2007) includes Michael Bierut, Neville Brody, David Carson, Manfred Schulz and Massimo Vignelli. The film was directed by Gary Hustwit. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
Helvetica was released on September 12, 2007 and runs for 1h 20m.
Helvetica (2007) holds an average rating of 7.2 out of 10 from 181 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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