Valentino The Last Emperor

It is a behind-the-scenes look at the world of fashion, featuring unprecedented access to the high temples of Haute Couture. Follows the legendary Valentino and his longtime business partner, Giancarlo Giammetti during the final two years of their careers, and shows the struggles the two men face as...

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Corporate Author: Acolyte Films., Phase 4 Films (Firm)
Other Authors: Tyrnauer, Matt. (Producer, Director), Kapp, Matt. (Producer), Valentino, 1932-, Giammetti, Giancarlo.
Format: Videos DVD
Language: English
French
Italian
Spanish
Published: [Santa Monica, Calif.] : Phase 4 Films, c2009.
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Summary: It is a behind-the-scenes look at the world of fashion, featuring unprecedented access to the high temples of Haute Couture. Follows the legendary Valentino and his longtime business partner, Giancarlo Giammetti during the final two years of their careers, and shows the struggles the two men face as they confront the final act of a nearly 50-year career at the top of the world's most glamorous and competitive game. An intimate, engaging and very funny fly-on-the-wall exploration of the singular world of one of Italy's richest and most famous men. Tells the story of his extraordinary life and work, and also explores the larger themes affecting the fashion business today.
Item Description: Documentary.
Originally released in 2008.
Special features: The perfect life : around the world with Valentino; The last collection; A red dress.
Physical Description: 1 videodisc (96 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Format: DVD; NTSC, Region 1; widescreen (16:9) presentation; Dolby digital 5.1 surround sound.
Audience: MPAA rating: PG-13; for some nudity and language.
Production Credits: Director of photography, Tom Hurwitz ; editor, Bob Eisenhardt.