Valentino - The Last Emperor

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Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes

Film which travels inside the singular world of one of Italy's most famous fashion designers, Valentino Garavani, documenting the colourful and dramatic closing act of his celebrated career and capturing the end of an era in global fashion.

However, at the heart of the film is a love story - the unique relationship between Valentino and his business partner and companion of 50 years, Giancarlo Giammetti. Capturing intimate moments in the lives of two of Italy's richest and most famous men, the film lifts the curtain on the final act of a nearly 50-year reign at the top of the glamorous and fiercely competitive world of fashion.

  • Photo: Valentino at work

    Photo: Valentino at work

    In his studio, Valentino Garavani gets to grips with a new design.

  • Photo: Valentino and the press

    Photo: Valentino and the press

    After so many years as one of the most famous names in the fashion industry, Valentino Garavani takes it in his stride as he conducts a press conference in front of the world's media.

  • Photo: Valentino's pugs

    Photo: Valentino's pugs

    When Valentino flies from country to country in first class style, so do his pet pugs.

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Director
Matt Tyrnauer

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