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6.9 1h 38m

L'Amour Fou

This documentary examines the life and work of the late fashion designer Yves Saint-Laurent, recounting how a frail prodigy prone to bouts of depression became an icon of the fashion world. Initially appointed head of the House of Dior in 1957 before growing into a globally recognized designer in his own right, Saint-Laurent overcomes his struggles with substance abuse, accumulating a large art collection alongside his lifelong personal and professional partner, Pierre Bergé.

Top Cast

  • Pierre Bergé

    Pierre Bergé

    Self / Interviewee

  • Yves Saint Laurent

    Yves Saint Laurent

    Self (archive footage)

  • Betty Catroux

    Betty Catroux

    Self / Interviewee

  • Loulou de la Falaise

    Loulou de la Falaise

    Self / Interviewee

  • Jack Lang

    Jack Lang

    Self / Interviewee

  • Frédéric Chambre

    Frédéric Chambre

    Self (archive footage)

  • Boujemaa Lahbali

    Boujemaa Lahbali

    Self (archive footage)

  • Catherine Deneuve

    Catherine Deneuve

    Self (archive footage)

  • Laetitia Casta

    Laetitia Casta

    Self (archive footage)

Overview

This documentary examines the life and work of the late fashion designer Yves Saint-Laurent, recounting how a frail prodigy prone to bouts of depression became an icon of the fashion world. Initially appointed head of the House of Dior in 1957 before growing into a globally recognized designer in his own right, Saint-Laurent overcomes his struggles with substance abuse, accumulating a large art collection alongside his lifelong personal and professional partner, Pierre Bergé.

Rating

6.9 / 10
35 Reviews
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