Detective Films About Models: A Curated Collection

Description: A fashion photographer inadvertently captures a murder in one of his photographs, leading to a detective-like investigation into the mystery of what he saw.

Fact: Directed by Michelangelo Antonioni, the film was controversial for its depiction of the '60s counterculture and its ambiguous ending.

Description: This biographical film about supermodel Gia Carangi showcases her rise to fame and her tragic fall due to drug addiction, with elements of mystery surrounding her life and death.

Fact: Angelina Jolie won a Golden Globe for her portrayal of Gia, and the film was critically acclaimed for its raw depiction of the modeling industry.

Description: While primarily a comedy, Zoolander involves a male model, Derek Zoolander, who becomes embroiled in a conspiracy to assassinate the Prime Minister of Malaysia. Its satirical take on the modeling world adds a unique flavor to this list.

Fact: The film was inspired by a sketch Ben Stiller did on VH1's Fashion Awards. It also features cameos from real-life models like Tyson Beckford and David Bowie.

Description: Though not directly about models, this film features a former high school hockey star turned bank teller who gets involved in a heist, with a subplot involving a model he meets.

Fact: Joseph Gordon-Levitt's performance was widely praised, and the film was noted for its intelligent script and complex characters.

Description: While not a traditional detective story, this film involves intrigue and power struggles within the fashion magazine world, with a subplot involving a missing model.

Fact: The film was based on Lauren Weisberger's novel, which was inspired by her time as an assistant to Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour.

Description: This film explores the dark side of the modeling industry, where a young aspiring model, Jesse, becomes the object of envy and obsession, leading to a series of mysterious and violent events.

Fact: Directed by Nicolas Winding Refn, the film was shot in Los Angeles, using real models and fashion industry insiders for authenticity.

Description: This psychological thriller follows Rachel, who becomes entangled in a missing person investigation involving a model, Megan. The film's twisty plot and exploration of identity make it a standout in this collection.

Fact: The film is based on Paula Hawkins' bestselling novel of the same name. Emily Blunt was nominated for a BAFTA for her role as Rachel.

Description: This dark comedy involves a family with deep secrets, including a model who becomes part of a twisted love triangle, leading to a suspenseful climax.

Fact: The film is based on the play by Wendy MacLeod and features Parker Posey in a standout role.

Description: Based on the infamous unsolved murder of Elizabeth Short, a would-be actress and model, this film delves into the seedy underbelly of Hollywood and the LAPD's investigation.

Fact: Directed by Brian De Palma, the film was criticized for its deviation from James Ellroy's novel but praised for its visual style.

Description: Emma, a young Danish model, moves to Paris to pursue her career, only to find herself in a web of manipulation and deceit within the fashion world, leading to a suspenseful narrative.

Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life experiences of models in the fashion industry, providing a gritty look at the darker aspects of modeling.