The world of fashion and modelling is often portrayed as glamorous, but it's also filled with drama, competition, and personal struggles. This curated list of films delves into the lives of models, showcasing the highs and lows of their careers and personal lives. From iconic classics to modern takes, these films offer a glimpse behind the runway, providing both entertainment and insight into an industry that captivates millions.
Blow-Up (1966)
Description: This film by Michelangelo Antonioni captures the swinging '60s London fashion scene, focusing on a fashion photographer who becomes obsessed with a photograph he believes captures a murder.
Fact: The film was controversial for its depiction of nudity and was one of the first mainstream films to feature full-frontal nudity.
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Gia (1998)
Description: A biographical film about Gia Carangi, one of the first supermodels, whose life was cut short by drug addiction. It provides a raw look at the darker side of modelling.
Fact: Angelina Jolie won a Golden Globe for her portrayal of Gia Carangi.
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Zoolander (2001)
Description: This comedy follows the life of Derek Zoolander, a dim-witted male model who becomes embroiled in a plot to assassinate a political leader. It's a satirical look at the fashion industry's absurdity.
Fact: Ben Stiller, who stars as Derek Zoolander, also directed the film. The character's famous "Blue Steel" look became a cultural phenomenon.
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The Devil Wears Prada (2006)
Description: While not exclusively about models, this film features the fashion industry prominently, with models playing a key role in the narrative. It explores the ruthless world of high fashion through the eyes of an aspiring journalist.
Fact: The film was inspired by a book of the same name, which was based on the author's experience working at Vogue magazine.
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The Neon Demon (2016)
Description: A surreal and dark exploration of the modelling industry, focusing on a young aspiring model whose beauty incites jealousy and violence among her peers.
Fact: The film was directed by Nicolas Winding Refn, known for his visually striking and often controversial films.
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Picture Me (2010)
Description: A documentary that follows Sara Ziff, a former model, as she investigates the darker side of the modelling industry, including exploitation and abuse.
Fact: Sara Ziff founded the Model Alliance, an advocacy group for models' rights, after the experiences documented in the film.
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Prêt-à-Porter (1994)
Description: Robert Altman's satirical take on the fashion industry during Paris Fashion Week, with a cast of models, designers, and journalists.
Fact: The film features cameos by numerous real-life fashion icons like Naomi Campbell and Claudia Schiffer.
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The September Issue (2009)
Description: A documentary that follows Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour during the production of the magazine's famous September issue, showcasing the models and the fashion world.
Fact: This film gives an insider's view into the world of fashion, including the intense preparation for fashion shoots.
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The Model (2016)
Description: This Danish film follows a young woman who moves to Paris to become a model, only to find the industry is far more cutthroat than she imagined.
Fact: The film was inspired by real-life experiences of models in the fashion industry.
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Catwalk (1995)
Description: This documentary captures the behind-the-scenes action of the 1993-1994 Paris and Milan fashion weeks, featuring top models like Naomi Campbell and Linda Evangelista.
Fact: The film provides a rare, unfiltered look at the lives of supermodels during the height of their fame.
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