Helvetica (2007)

Typography, Graphic Design and Global Visual Culture

• Documentary

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.

Rating

7.2 / 10 (184 votes)

Release date

September 12, 2007

Runtime

1h 20m

Language

English

Director

Gary Hustwit

Status

Released