Helvetica
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Movie Reviews of Helvetica
Movie Review: Boring, even for a movie about a typeface
Summary: 2 Stars
I have a high tolerance for slow documentaries, but this one was pretty dull. There were some interesting bits; talking heads that got really passionate about art and design, stories about the old days of typesetting, etc. But too much of the film was pretentious filler.Movie Review: Kept me awake!
Summary: 5 Stars
I was surprised to find this so interesting. It was very well done and held my attention completely.Movie Review: Great DVD on history of typefaces- especially Helvetica
Summary: 5 Stars
Saw some clips form this on YouTube and decided to buy it - if you are into graphic design and marketing, this is fascinating. The authors do a very good job with the documentary style. In addition to the main program (about 90 minutes), there are supplemental outtakes with the designers who were interviewed (bonus material.) Add this DVD to your collection of you want a sold reference on how type design affects us every day - in everything we see.Movie Review: Yes, a doc on a font. How can you resist?
Summary: 5 Stars
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Summary: 5 Stars
This is an intriguing documentary on typography, graphic design, and global visual culture. The origins and metamorphosis of the use of the type font and the people involved. We see its structure and the psychology behind the font. How it got its name. Soon we see it everywhere.
I have to admit I was more moved by the introduction of the film as they were using the lead type and setting up a proof press. I used the same equipment as a lad and always felt that something was missing when the technology changed and it was a less of hands on function.
Beside the font it is interesting to see how graphic design industry works. The people involved in it and the end results; presented by Gary Hustwit.
After waiting this documentary (which lends its self well to the Blu-ray treatment) you will want to "give them Helvetica."