Helvetica
Sep 12, 2007 · 1h 20m
Director
Gary HustwitOverview
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.
Cast of Helvetica
Michael BierutHimself- Neville BrodyHimself
- David CarsonHimself
- Manfred SchulzHimself
- Massimo VignelliHimself
- Rick PoynorHimself
- Wim CrouwelHimself
- Matthew CarterHimself
- Alfred HoffmannHimself
- Mike ParkerHimself
- Otmar HoeferHimself
- Bruno SteinertHimself
- Hermann ZapfHimself
- Leslie SavanHerself
- Tobias Frere-JonesHimself
- Jonathan HoeflerHimself
- Erik SpiekermannHimself
- Lars MüllerHimself
- Paula ScherHerself
- Stefan SagmeisterHimself
- Erwin BrinkersHimself
- Marieke StolkHerself
- Danny van den DungenHimself
- Michael C. PlaceHimself
- Manuel KrebsHimself
- Dimitri BruniHimself
Crew of Helvetica
Gary HustwitDirector, Producer- Shelby SiegelEditor
Luke GeissbühlerCinematography- Andrew DreskinAssociate Producer
- Michelle HustwitAssociate Producer
- Chris Levinson WilsonAssociate Producer
- John GoldsmithAssociate Producer
- Antoine WilsonAssociate Producer
- Lee WilkinsAssociate Producer
- Andy KrisSound Mixer
- Sharon HustwitAssociate Producer
- Brian LangmanSound Editor
- Jakob TrollbäckAssociate Producer
Kristian DunnMusic
About Helvetica
What is Helvetica about?
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…
When was Helvetica released?
Helvetica was released on September 12, 2007.
Where can I watch Helvetica?
Helvetica is streaming on Criterion Channel in the US. It is also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability data from JustWatch.
How long is Helvetica?
Helvetica runs 1 hour 20 minutes (80 minutes).
Who directed Helvetica?
Helvetica was directed by Gary Hustwit.
Who is in the cast of Helvetica?
The cast of Helvetica includes Michael Bierut (Himself), Neville Brody (Himself), David Carson (Himself), Manfred Schulz (Himself) and Massimo Vignelli (Himself).
Is Helvetica on Netflix?
No, Helvetica is not on Netflix in the US. It is streaming on Criterion Channel instead.