You hear everyone say that this movie is interesting, and it’s pretty, and it’s not boring or stupid or anything, and you just don’t believe them because it’s impossible — but it’s true. Yes, it’s almost entirely about Helvetica, but not in a monomaniacal way; it’s just an interesting angle at discussing design. There are points and counterpoints and heated debate, and nice photography and some interesting people; a couple interviews could have been edited out but most of the movie is definitely not boring.

I wouldn’t recommend for just everybody, but it probably can be of interest to a broader audience than you’d imagine.