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.
Released: Sep 12, 2007
Runtime: 80 minutes
Genre: Documentary
Stars: Michael Bierut, Neville Brody, David Carson, Manfred Schulz, Massimo Vignelli, Rick Poynor
Crew: Gary Hustwit (Director), Luke Geissbühler (Cinematography), Lee Wilkins (Associate Producer), Kristian Dunn (Music), Chris Levinson Wilson (Associate Producer), Andrew Dreskin (Associate Producer)