MUBI and Gucci are pleased to unveil Who is Sabato de Sarno? – A Gucci Story, a documentary directed by Ariel Schulman and Henry Joost, offering an unprecedented glimpse into the creation of the Gucci Ancora fashion show, the debut show of the House’s new Creative Director Sabato De Sarno. Set to premiere exclusively on MUBI globally today, March 15, 2024, the 20-minute short film, narrated by actor and ambassador Paul Mescal, promises a unique journey into the world of Gucci.
Delving into the visionary realm of Creative Director Sabato De Sarno’s inaugural collection for the House, Who is Sabato de Sarno? – A Gucci Story unveils never-before-seen footage, weaving an intimate narrative that transcends the confines of the runway. Emphasising teamwork as a core value, the film showcases the collaborative efforts of Sabato De Sarno and his dedicated team, highlighting the collective passion and dedication behind the creative process. Through their lens, the film captures the essence of the fashion world’s allure, inviting audiences to explore the magic behind the curtains while getting to know Gucci’s new Creative Director as he shares his personal experience, revealing his passions and vision for the iconic brand. From the inception of the creative process to the meticulous execution behind the scenes, the movie presents a unique perspective on the untold stories that have shaped Gucci Ancora.
Following its premiere on MUBI and coinciding with the arrival of the collection in stores, Gucci will host screenings in major cities around the globe, allowing audiences to experience Gucci Ancora on the big screen. Marking a first within the fashion and luxury industry, an Apple Vision Pro enriched version will be available, ensuring that viewers can immerse themselves in the beauty and artistry of Gucci Ancora. Furthermore, in partnership with Air France, the House will make Who is Sabato de Sarno? – A Gucci Story available on all flights throughout the month of April.
CREDITS
Creative Director: Sabato De Sarno
Directors: Ariel Schulman and Henry Joost
Narration: Paul Mescal
Production: Moxie Pictures
MUSIC
“Smalltown Boy”
J. Somerville, S. Bronski, L. Steinbachek
“Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125 Choral: II. Scherzo. Molto vivace – Presto”
Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven
“The Chairman Dances”
Composed by John C. Adams
“Hell’s Half Acre – Sparse Mix”
Composed by Lyndn Gauntlett (PRS)
“The Barber of Seville – Overture”
Composed by Gioacchino Rossini
“Eccomi In Lieta Viesta”
Performed by Vincenzo Bellini
“At The Ninth Hour”
Performed by Daniel Suett, Bruce Fingers and Billie Ray Fingers
“Chase”
(G. Moroder)
“Show Me Love”
(A.George, F. McFarlane)
“Loveher”
(Romy Madley Croft, Fred Gibson)
“Late Night Feelings”
(Ilsey Juber, Stephen Noel Kozmeniuk, Carlton Davis Mays Jr., Philip Meckseper, Clement Picard, Maxime Picard, Mark Ronson, Lykke Li Zachrisson)
“Ci Vediamo Domani”
Performed by Raffaella Carrà
“Show Me Love (Gucci Milano Ancora Mix)”
(A.George, F. McFarlane)
“Ancora Ancora Ancora (Mark Ronson Remix)”
Performed by Mina
Hot off its 7 BIFA wins and 3 Independent Spirit Award nominations, ALL OF US STRANGERS is here with a new international Trailer! Opens in theatres beginning December 22, 2023.
Synopsis:
From director Andrew Haigh. One night in his near-empty tower block in contemporary London, Adam (Andrew Scott) has a chance encounter with a mysterious neighbor Harry (Paul Mescal), which punctures the rhythm of his everyday life. As a relationship develops between them, Adam is preoccupied with memories of the past and finds himself drawn back to the suburban town where he grew up, and the childhood home where his parents (Claire Foy and Jamie Bell), appear to be living, just as they were on the day they died, 30 years before.
Cast: Andrew Scott, Paul Mescal, Jamie Bell, and Claire Foy.
Today we get a new Trailer for Telluride selection ALL OF US STRANGERS starring Andrew Scott and Paul Mescal! ALL OF US STRANGERS will be in theatres January 5, 2024 in Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver.
Synopsis:
One night in his near-empty tower block in contemporary London, Adam (a screenwriter, played by Andrew Scott) has a chance encounter with his mysterious neighbor Harry (Paul Mescal) that punctures the rhythm of his everyday life. As Adam and Harry get closer, Adam is pulled back to his childhood home where it appears his long-dead parents (Claire Foy and Jamie Bell) are both living and look the same age as the day they died thirty years before.
Directed by: Andrew Haigh
Screenplay by: Andrew Haigh
Produced by: Graham Broadbent, Pete Czernin, Sarah Harvey
Cast: Andrew Scott, Paul Mescal, Jamie Bell, Claire Foy
(Photo credit: Searchlight Pictures)
Starring Paul Mescal and Saoirse Ronan, FOE will be getting a theatrical release October 13, 2023 via Prime Video Canada.
Details:
Directed by Garth Davis
Screenplay by Iain Reid, Garth Davis
Based on the book by Iain Reid
Produced by Kerry Kohansky-Roberts, p.g.a., Garth Davis, p.g.a., Emile Sherman, p.g.a., Iain Canning, p.g.a.
Executive Produced by Dawn Olmstead, David Levine, Robert Walak, Samantha Lang, Iain Reid
Starring Saoirse Ronan, Paul Mescal, and Aaron Pierre
Academy Award nominees Saoirse Ronan and Paul Mescal star in Foe, a haunting exploration of marriage and identity set in an uncertain world. Hen and Junior farm a secluded piece of land that has been in Junior’s family for generations, but their quiet life is thrown into turmoil when an uninvited stranger (Aaron Pierre) shows up at their door with a startling proposal. Based on best-selling author Iain Reid’s novel, directed by Garth Davis, and co-written by Davis and Reid, Foe’s mesmerizing imagery and persistent questions about the nature of humanity (and artificial humanity) bring the not-too-distant future to luminous life
Sphere Films Canada x Mr. Will want to give Readers a chance to win an on-demand rental of Charlotte Wells’ AFTERSUN. The Film was just named Best Picture by the Toronto Film Critics Association.
Synopsis:
At a fading vacation resort, 11-year-old Sophie treasures rare time together with her loving and idealistic father, Calum (Paul Mescal). As a world of adolescence creeps into view, beyond her eye Calum struggles under the weight of life outside of fatherhood. Twenty years later, Sophie’s tender recollections of their last holiday become a powerful and heartrending portrait of their relationship, as she tries to reconcile the father she knew with the man she didn’t, in Charbrlotte Wells’ superb and searingly emotional debut film.
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Sphere Films Canada release AFTERSUN, in theatres now and available now on-demand.
(Photo/video credit: Sphere Films Canada)
By Amanda Gilmore
Aftersun is an assured, haunting Feature Debut for Writer-Director Charlotte Wells. It tells the story of Sophie (played by Celia Rowlson-Hall as an adult) who reflects on her holiday to a Turkish seaside resort with her father 20 years earlier.
Callum (Paul Mescal), 30, is a divorcee father to his 11-year-old daughter Sophie (Frankie Corio). After leaving his wife and daughter in Scotland and moving to England, Callum knows how precious time with his daughter is. This is why he makes the most of his time with her while at the Turkish seaside resort. All seems well with Callum until the curious Sophie turns their MiniDV camera on him and asks personal questions. Slowly, we begin to see that the face he puts out to the world protects the melancholy he struggles with inside.
The majority of Aftersun takes place with Callum and Sophie at the resort. Wells places them in quiet moments together, such as putting sunscreen on in their hotel room. These moments allow us to observe these characters, however, Wells keeps their inner lives a mystery. This is shown when Sophie turns the MiniDV camera onto Callum and asks him about where he thought he would be at 30. His answer is one that is deeply personal, however, we still don’t understand what he is fully struggling with.
These moments at the resort are interrupted with fleeting images of Sophie as an adult, standing on a crowded dance floor with white strobe lights flashing. Every time this extended scene appears, we are given a deeper look at the father just as things become clearer for the adult Sophie. At first adult Sophie stands alone, later flashes of her father (still 30) appear, and finally, she makes her way to him from across the dance floor. This masterful use of imagery shows how reflecting on this past trip has helped her understand her father. She can now see him and embrace him for who he was and what he was dealing with. The outstanding Direction and Screenplay by Wells, allow the audience to empathize with Callum. She does this with heartbreaking images of Callum crying uncontrollably and walking into the ocean.
Aftersun’s heavy emotional impact is thanks to both Wells and the powerful performances from Mescal and the young Corio. Corio turns in a mature performance as a curious girl who’s too young to understand but knows something is wrong. While Mescal, who many will know from his outstanding performance in Normal People, gives a heartbreaking portrayal of a man struggling but trying to do everything for his child.
Aftersun screens as follows at TIFF ’22:
Mon, Sep 12 IN-PERSON at TIFF Bell Lightbox at 6:45 pm
Tue, Sep 13 at Scotiabank Theatre at 3:15 pm
Sat, Sep 17 at Scotiabank Theatre at 12:15 pm
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