L'amour fou

May 13 2011 Not Rated 1h 38m
Documentary

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.

Plot

Shortly after the death of Yves Saint Laurent (1936-2008), his lover Pierre Bergé talks to the camera about their life together, moving chronologically from their meeting when 21-year-old Saint Laurent became creative director at Christian Dior upon the founder's death, through twice-annual unveilings of new collections, life in Marrakesh, Saint Laurent's depression and drug use, sobriety, and retirement. The boxing and auctioning of their vast collection of art brings the story to a close. Archival photos and news footage as well as interviews with a few friends give texture to Bergé's account.

Written by

Ève Guillou, Pierre Thoretton

Directed by

Pierre Thoretton

Cast

Yves Saint-Laurent, Pierre Bergé, Betty Catroux

Crew

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Production Countries

France

Languages

Français, English

Awards

1 win & 1 nomination

Scores
# of Votes
1,095
Average Rating
6.7 out of 10
Metascore
63
Popularity
NA