Helvetica

Synopsis

A documentary looking at the proliferation of the Helvetica typeface (which celebrates 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. The DVD includes over 90 minutes of deleted interview footage.

Language

English

Country

United States

Year of release

2007

Year of production

2006

Notes

Shown in a shortened (50 minute) version on BBC1 on 6/11/2007

Subjects

Design

Keywords

graphic design; printing; typefaces

Credits

Director

Gary Hustwit

Distribution Formats

Type

DVD

Format

Region 0 NTSC

Price

£17.99

Availability

Sale

Duration/Size

80 minutes + 95 minutes of extras

Year

2007

Distributor

Name

Plexi

Email

info@plexi.co.uk

Web

http://plexi.co.uk/ External site opens in new window

Phone

020 8324 2400

Address

22-25 Redchurch Street
London
E2 7DJ

Notes

Plexi is an independent DVD label and distributor specialising in arts and music-related documentaries.

 

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