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Helvetica

2007·Movie
1h 20min·NR
81
GreatGoodWatch score

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Good for date night · friends night · teens

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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.
TypographyGraphic DesignVisual CultureUrban SpacesDesign AestheticsInformativeDocumentaryIntellectual

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Where can I stream Helvetica legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Helvetica worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 7.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 88%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Helvetica rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is Helvetica?

1 h 20 min

Helvetica runs 1 h 20 min.

Will Helvetica make me laugh?

A touch

Not really. Humor is rare.

Is Helvetica plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven. It leans on dialogue centrality and character depth more than on its plot.

Can I half-watch Helvetica?

Easy watchDemanding

Mostly, yes. It asks for some focus, but our viewing guide says you can drop in and out.

Is Helvetica good for date night?

and 2 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing Safe

Probably. Our viewing guide lists it for date night. There's little romance in it.

Will Helvetica scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

No.

Will I feel good after watching Helvetica?

BleakHopeful

Mixed feelings. It balances dark and hopeful moments.

Do critics and audiences agree on Helvetica?

Critics88
Audiences76

Not quite. Critics rate Helvetica higher (88) than audiences (76). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Helvetica in?

EnglishGerman

It was made in English, with some German. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Helvetica?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Helvetica in 27 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.