Should you watch McQueen?
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McQueen
Documentary · 2018
Alexander McQueen's rags-to-riches story is a modern-day fairy tale, laced with the gothic. Mirroring the savage beauty, boldness and vivacity of his design, this documentary is an intimate revelation of McQueen's own world, both tortured and inspired, which celebrates a radical and mesmerizing genius of profound influence.
The sides of McQueen
- Alexander McQueen, from East London to Paris
- Runway shows staged like theatre
- Archive footage and memories of those close to him
McQueen is good for you if…
- you love fashion shows that look like dark fairy tales.
- you want the real story of a cab driver's son who rose to the top of fashion.
- you like a portrait that leaves you moved.
McQueen is bad for you if…
- you'd rather not face grief and suicide on screen.
- you need a life story that ends in hope.
About: genius · fame · grief
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