Helvetica (2007) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
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.
Rated NR • 2007 • 1h 20m
Helvetica is a feature-length documentary about typography, graphic design, and the cultural impact of a single font. The film's unrated status is primarily due to some mild profanity used in interviews with designers. Specifically, interview subjects like Erik Spiekermann and Stefan Sagmeister use words including 'fuck' and 'shit' in a non-aggressive, conversational context. There is also a single, fleeting sexual comparison made as… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Helvetica appropriate for kids?
Helvetica is a feature-length documentary about typography, graphic design, and the cultural impact of a single font. The film's unrated status is primarily due to some mild profanity used in interviews with designers. Specifically, interview subjects like Erik Spiekermann and… Read more — free account
Content severity in Helvetica
What happens in Helvetica, moment by moment
- 0:18 💬 Language 5/10
- 0:25 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
- 0:39 💬 Language 3/10
Sex and nudity in Helvetica
This category is extremely light. There is one brief, passing analogy where designer Erik Spiekermann compares his love of type to how other men enjoy "looking at girls' bottoms." There is no other sexual content, innuendo, or nudity.
Violence and gore in Helvetica
None. The film is a documentary composed of interviews and shots of urban environments and contains no violent or aggressive content.
Language in Helvetica
Moderate for a documentary, with a few instances of profanity. Designer Erik Spiekermann uses the word 'fuck' once. Designer Stefan Sagmeister uses the term 'bore the shit out of me'. Additionally, the word 'jackass' and the phrase 'fuck yoga' are briefly seen on screen in montages.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Helvetica
None. There is no depiction or discussion of alcohol, smoking, or drug use.
Mature themes in Helvetica
The film explores intellectual and philosophical themes related to modernism, conformity, consumerism, and the power of visual communication. Discussions revolve around the tension between corporate neutrality and individual artistic expression, but these topics are presented academically and are not emotionally intense or disturbing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Helvetica appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Helvetica is best for ages 13+. It's rated NR. Helvetica is a feature-length documentary about typography, graphic design, and the cultural impact of a single font. The film's unrated status is primarily due to some mild profanity used in interviews with designers…
What age rating does Helvetica have?
Helvetica is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Helvetica about?
Helvetica is a feature-length documentary about typography, graphic design, and the cultural impact of a single font. The film's unrated status is primarily due to some mild profanity used in interviews with designers. Specifically, interview subjects like Erik Spiekermann and Stefan Sagmeister use words including…
Is there sex or nudity in Helvetica?
This category is extremely light. There is one brief, passing analogy where designer Erik Spiekermann compares his love of type to how other men enjoy "looking at girls' bottoms." There is no other sexual content, innuendo, or nudity.
How violent is Helvetica?
None. The film is a documentary composed of interviews and shots of urban environments and contains no violent or aggressive content.
Is the language in Helvetica appropriate for kids?
Moderate for a documentary, with a few instances of profanity. Designer Erik Spiekermann uses the word 'fuck' once. Designer Stefan Sagmeister uses the term 'bore the shit out of me'. Additionally, the word 'jackass' and the phrase 'fuck yoga' are briefly…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Helvetica?
None. There is no depiction or discussion of alcohol, smoking, or drug use.
What mature themes appear in Helvetica?
The film explores intellectual and philosophical themes related to modernism, conformity, consumerism, and the power of visual communication. Discussions revolve around the tension between corporate neutrality and individual artistic expression, but these…
How long is Helvetica?
Helvetica runs 80 minutes, directed by Gary Hustwit, released in 2007.
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