“It’s so important that women like this are not forgotten from history,” declares Maisie Williams about her role as unsung hero Catherine Dior in the Apple TV+ prestige drama “The New Look.” Catherine was best known as a French Resistance fighter during World War II and who is often attributed as her brother Christian’s muse and inspiration for his iconic Miss Dior perfume that he launched in 1947.
For our recent webchat she adds, “if we’re going look at Catherine being one of the original muses of the Dior fashion house, you really have to understand how it is that she inspired Christian. And in order to do that, you have to really understand her life,” she explains. “I feel really grateful that more people are going to learn about her because she’s not someone that we think about when we think of the history of fashion.
For our recent webchat she adds, “if we’re going look at Catherine being one of the original muses of the Dior fashion house, you really have to understand how it is that she inspired Christian. And in order to do that, you have to really understand her life,” she explains. “I feel really grateful that more people are going to learn about her because she’s not someone that we think about when we think of the history of fashion.
- 5/1/2024
- by Rob Licuria
- Gold Derby
[This story contains spoilers from the first season of The New Look.]
The first season of Apple TV+’s The New Look ends with Christian Dior (Ben Mendelsohn) debuting his revolutionary 1947 collection that would be dubbed “the new look” by Harper’s Bazaar editor-in-chief Carmel Snow (Glenn Close). The show then quickly flashes forward through some of the Dior brand’s iconic looks over the decades, which seems to suggest that the series is done with Dior’s story.
But creator Todd A. Kessler tells The Hollywood Reporter that he has a long runway planned for the series, which has yet to be officially renewed for a second season. A potential season two would continue to focus on Dior and Coco Chanel (Juliette Binoche) before subsequent seasons would stay with the Dior brand as it was inherited by Yves Saint Laurent.
“I read that in the press, and that was the first time that I had ever heard of it as an anthology series,...
The first season of Apple TV+’s The New Look ends with Christian Dior (Ben Mendelsohn) debuting his revolutionary 1947 collection that would be dubbed “the new look” by Harper’s Bazaar editor-in-chief Carmel Snow (Glenn Close). The show then quickly flashes forward through some of the Dior brand’s iconic looks over the decades, which seems to suggest that the series is done with Dior’s story.
But creator Todd A. Kessler tells The Hollywood Reporter that he has a long runway planned for the series, which has yet to be officially renewed for a second season. A potential season two would continue to focus on Dior and Coco Chanel (Juliette Binoche) before subsequent seasons would stay with the Dior brand as it was inherited by Yves Saint Laurent.
“I read that in the press, and that was the first time that I had ever heard of it as an anthology series,...
- 4/5/2024
- by Hilary Lewis
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The 10th episode of The New Look brings the show to an end. Considering how I expected the show to be replete with elements of fashion, I have been disappointed with every passing episode. The show has been stuffed with the hustle of Dior and Coco to stand as pillars and set a mark in the French fashion industry. Even though they have taken some wrong decisions in their careers, they have managed to etch a mark on the fashion industry, which has been brought out in The New Look. Will Coco be arrested? Will Christian’s show be successful? Let’s find out!
Spoilers Ahead
Why Did André Blackmail Coco?
While Coco had been mourning Elsa’s death, she approached Spatz, asking about his involvement in her death. Coco blamed him, saying that he was the one to give her the drugs, and he said that it was Coco who had gotten Elsa addicted.
Spoilers Ahead
Why Did André Blackmail Coco?
While Coco had been mourning Elsa’s death, she approached Spatz, asking about his involvement in her death. Coco blamed him, saying that he was the one to give her the drugs, and he said that it was Coco who had gotten Elsa addicted.
- 4/3/2024
- by Debjyoti Dey
- Film Fugitives
The ninth episode of The New Look focuses on some tragic events in the lives of both Coco and Christian simultaneously. While Christian has been mourning the loss of his father, Coco has been grieving Elsa’s death. This episode is replete with new twists in the lives of both the designers, completely transforming them as individuals in the long run. This episode will also bring out Catherine’s dilemma after being in a concentration camp for so long. Will Christian be able to follow his dreams? How will Elsa’s death affect Coco? Will Catherine be able to cope with her traumatic experience at the camp? Let’s find out!
Spoilers Ahead
Why Did Coco Ask Elsa To Move Out?
The bond that Coco and Elsa had as little girls was inseparable. Coco told Elsa that she would be a designer someday and would take Elsa with her wherever she went.
Spoilers Ahead
Why Did Coco Ask Elsa To Move Out?
The bond that Coco and Elsa had as little girls was inseparable. Coco told Elsa that she would be a designer someday and would take Elsa with her wherever she went.
- 3/27/2024
- by Debjyoti Dey
- Film Fugitives
The 8th episode of The New Look focuses on the setbacks of Christian, overcoming which he decides to soar further up in her career. On the other hand, we see Coco’s career being trampled over by her reputation as a conspirator. We are almost nearing the end of the series, but we are not yet introduced to the real quotient of ‘fashion’ in the true sense. Rather than focusing on the art, the series is more focused on the journey of the artists. How will Coco deal with her downfall? Will Christian be able to deal with his father’s death? Will Christian be able to create his definitive piece?
Spoilers Ahead
Why Did Coco Meet Carmel Snow?
Coco went to meet Carmel, as she was looking forward to expanding her business in Switzerland. Carmel insisted she go back to Paris and continue her business there, but she later learned about her reputation there.
Spoilers Ahead
Why Did Coco Meet Carmel Snow?
Coco went to meet Carmel, as she was looking forward to expanding her business in Switzerland. Carmel insisted she go back to Paris and continue her business there, but she later learned about her reputation there.
- 3/20/2024
- by Debjyoti Dey
- Film Fugitives
[The following story contains spoilers from the first four episodes of Apple TV+’s The New Look.]
The New Look not only marks creator Todd A. Kessler’s first series for Apple TV+, but it’s also his first project in years without his previous writing partners, his brother Glenn and collaborator Daniel Zelman, with whom Kessler co-created Damages and Bloodline.
Instead, Kessler has partnered with veteran film producer Lorenzo Di Bonaventura, through their dB-ak production company, on the series about how Christian Dior, Coco Chanel and other French fashion designers of the time dealt with the struggles of World War II and launched modern fashion. The name refers to how Harper’s Bazaar editor-in-chief Carmel Snow described Dior’s 1947 collection.
Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter recently, both Kessler and Di Bonaventura were enthusiastic about their new professional pairing. When asked how working on this series was different than his previous endeavors, Kessler was quick to offer praise.
“It was amazing in that we...
The New Look not only marks creator Todd A. Kessler’s first series for Apple TV+, but it’s also his first project in years without his previous writing partners, his brother Glenn and collaborator Daniel Zelman, with whom Kessler co-created Damages and Bloodline.
Instead, Kessler has partnered with veteran film producer Lorenzo Di Bonaventura, through their dB-ak production company, on the series about how Christian Dior, Coco Chanel and other French fashion designers of the time dealt with the struggles of World War II and launched modern fashion. The name refers to how Harper’s Bazaar editor-in-chief Carmel Snow described Dior’s 1947 collection.
Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter recently, both Kessler and Di Bonaventura were enthusiastic about their new professional pairing. When asked how working on this series was different than his previous endeavors, Kessler was quick to offer praise.
“It was amazing in that we...
- 2/22/2024
- by Hilary Lewis
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Fashion fans are sure to be scrutinizing every detail of The New Look, the 10-episode Apple TV+ series that tells the story of Christian Dior (played by Ben Mendelsohn) launching his eponymous Paris label with the now-legendary 1947 New Look collection that inspired the production’s title.
It’s among the reasons both creator Todd A. Kessler (Damages, Bloodline) and costume designer Karen Serreau (The Serpent Queen) knew they had to approach Dior’s seminal post-World War II designs with an unrelenting attention to detail. In other words, the participation of the brand that Dior built was essential.
“Dior was very generous in opening up its archives to us,” Serreau tells The Hollywood Reporter. “The way Todd has crafted the story, early on we see Christian talking to an audience at the Sorbonne in 1955, with a runway showing of several designs, and then of course later we see the debut showing of the 1947 collection.
It’s among the reasons both creator Todd A. Kessler (Damages, Bloodline) and costume designer Karen Serreau (The Serpent Queen) knew they had to approach Dior’s seminal post-World War II designs with an unrelenting attention to detail. In other words, the participation of the brand that Dior built was essential.
“Dior was very generous in opening up its archives to us,” Serreau tells The Hollywood Reporter. “The way Todd has crafted the story, early on we see Christian talking to an audience at the Sorbonne in 1955, with a runway showing of several designs, and then of course later we see the debut showing of the 1947 collection.
- 2/15/2024
- by Laurie Brookins
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
At the top of Episode 1 of Apple’s “The New Look,” a title card flashes some weighty words: “This is the story of how creation helped return spirit and life to the world.”
But Todd A. Kessler’s drama series is barely that. “The New Look” is largely insular, despite taking place during a turbulent era that still affects millions around the world, centering figures who certainly left their marks on culture and history — but the vague thesis statement sounds like just that; the kind of sweeping, half-formed idea that a high school student might retroactively tack on to the introduction of an essay.
“The New Look” is the concurrently told story of two fashion icons forged in the traumatic depths of World War II — concurrent, but not parallel — Christian Dior (Ben Mendelsohn) and Coco Chanel (Juliette Binoche). The series begins in 1955, when Chanel returned to Paris after years spent...
But Todd A. Kessler’s drama series is barely that. “The New Look” is largely insular, despite taking place during a turbulent era that still affects millions around the world, centering figures who certainly left their marks on culture and history — but the vague thesis statement sounds like just that; the kind of sweeping, half-formed idea that a high school student might retroactively tack on to the introduction of an essay.
“The New Look” is the concurrently told story of two fashion icons forged in the traumatic depths of World War II — concurrent, but not parallel — Christian Dior (Ben Mendelsohn) and Coco Chanel (Juliette Binoche). The series begins in 1955, when Chanel returned to Paris after years spent...
- 2/14/2024
- by Proma Khosla
- Indiewire
Plot:: This emotionally thrilling series reveals the shocking story of how fashion icon Christian Dior and his contemporaries, including Coco Chanel, Pierre Balmain, and Cristóbal Balenciaga navigated the horrors of World War Il and launched modern fashion.
Review: Fashion design has found great success as fodder for reality series and romantic comedies. Films like The Devil Wears Prada, Robert Altman’s Pret-a-Porter, and Ryan Murphy’s limited series Halston have looked at the intricacies of the fashion world, mostly from a contemporary standpoint. The new AppleTV+ series The New Look is designed as the start of an anthology series by looking at the tumultuous period after World War II when French fashion icons Christian Dior and Coco Chanel reinvented what we consider haute couture. With a stellar cast led by Ben Mendelsohn and Juliette Binoche, The New Look should have been an instant frontrunner for series of the year. Instead,...
Review: Fashion design has found great success as fodder for reality series and romantic comedies. Films like The Devil Wears Prada, Robert Altman’s Pret-a-Porter, and Ryan Murphy’s limited series Halston have looked at the intricacies of the fashion world, mostly from a contemporary standpoint. The new AppleTV+ series The New Look is designed as the start of an anthology series by looking at the tumultuous period after World War II when French fashion icons Christian Dior and Coco Chanel reinvented what we consider haute couture. With a stellar cast led by Ben Mendelsohn and Juliette Binoche, The New Look should have been an instant frontrunner for series of the year. Instead,...
- 2/14/2024
- by Alex Maidy
- JoBlo.com
This is a week where the Super Bowl takes place (on February 11) and a new series about Christian Dior’s post-World War II fashion movement (“The New Look”) also premieres. The bounty of television keeps giving. Also this week: the streaming premiere of “Bottoms,” the end of “La Brea,” a new documentary about Black astronauts (“The Space Race”) and the return of Jon Stewart to “The Daily Show.” Plus so much more! Sounds like it’ll kind of be a momentous week, huh?
On with the television!
“The New Look”
Wednesday, February 14, Apple TV+
Ben Mendelsohn as Christian Dior in “The New Look” (Apple TV+)
This new historical drama focuses on Christian Dior (Ben Mendelsohn), in his post-World War II period when he created the fashion line that unofficially went by The New Look. There are plenty of wonderful actors playing famous historical figures – Juliette Binoche is Coco Chanel, Maisie Williams is Catherine Dior,...
On with the television!
“The New Look”
Wednesday, February 14, Apple TV+
Ben Mendelsohn as Christian Dior in “The New Look” (Apple TV+)
This new historical drama focuses on Christian Dior (Ben Mendelsohn), in his post-World War II period when he created the fashion line that unofficially went by The New Look. There are plenty of wonderful actors playing famous historical figures – Juliette Binoche is Coco Chanel, Maisie Williams is Catherine Dior,...
- 2/10/2024
- by Drew Taylor
- The Wrap
Apple TV+ offered an early look at its upcoming slate of series and films at the winter Television Critics Association Press tour on Monday, February 5.
In addition to bringing back returning TV hits like “Acapulco,” “Loot,” and “The Reluctant Traveler with Eugene Levy,” the streamer is rolling out several high profile new titles throughout the year.
The slate features several limited series headlined by A-list actors. Jake Gyllenhaal stars in “Presumed Innocent,” which hails from creator David E. Kelley and executive producer J.J. Abrams and follows a prosecutor who attempts to control damage when a co-worker becomes a suspect in his own murder case. And Michael Douglas plays Founding Father Benjamin Franklin in the long-awaited series “Franklin” this spring.
There is also a robust selection of high profile sports content, including the NFL documentary “The Dynasty: New England Patriots” and “Messi’s World Cup: The Rise of a Legend,” which conveniently...
In addition to bringing back returning TV hits like “Acapulco,” “Loot,” and “The Reluctant Traveler with Eugene Levy,” the streamer is rolling out several high profile new titles throughout the year.
The slate features several limited series headlined by A-list actors. Jake Gyllenhaal stars in “Presumed Innocent,” which hails from creator David E. Kelley and executive producer J.J. Abrams and follows a prosecutor who attempts to control damage when a co-worker becomes a suspect in his own murder case. And Michael Douglas plays Founding Father Benjamin Franklin in the long-awaited series “Franklin” this spring.
There is also a robust selection of high profile sports content, including the NFL documentary “The Dynasty: New England Patriots” and “Messi’s World Cup: The Rise of a Legend,” which conveniently...
- 2/5/2024
- by Christian Zilko
- Indiewire
Apple TV+ has announced their 2024 slate of TV shows set to premiere this year, and there’s some returning favorites as well as some new shows to look forward to.
In total, there are over 15 TV shows listed here – both new and returning. There are original TV shows as well as docu-series listed.
The streamer also revealed a video to introduce their slate.
Keep reading to find out more…
“The New Look”
Premiere date: Wednesday, February 14
Set against the World War II Nazi occupation of Paris, “The New Look” focuses on the pivotal moment in the 20th century when the French city led the world back to life through its fashion icon Christian Dior. As Dior rises to prominence with his groundbreaking, iconic imprint of beauty and influence, Chanel’s reign as the world’s most famous fashion designer is put into jeopardy. The interwoven saga follows the surprising stories...
In total, there are over 15 TV shows listed here – both new and returning. There are original TV shows as well as docu-series listed.
The streamer also revealed a video to introduce their slate.
Keep reading to find out more…
“The New Look”
Premiere date: Wednesday, February 14
Set against the World War II Nazi occupation of Paris, “The New Look” focuses on the pivotal moment in the 20th century when the French city led the world back to life through its fashion icon Christian Dior. As Dior rises to prominence with his groundbreaking, iconic imprint of beauty and influence, Chanel’s reign as the world’s most famous fashion designer is put into jeopardy. The interwoven saga follows the surprising stories...
- 2/5/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
So many celebrities were in attendance at the Dior Haute Couture show during Paris Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2024 held at the Musee Rodin on Monday (January 22) in Paris, France.
Just some of the big names in attendance include Rihanna, Natalie Portman, Anya Taylor Joy, The Crown‘s Elizabeth Debicki, and more.
Glenn Close was also seen posing for photos with her The New Look co-stars Juliette Binoche and Ben Mendelsohn. The New Look is an Apple TV+ drama debuting on February 14.
The show “focuses on the pivotal moment in the 20th century when the French city led the world back to life through its fashion icon Christian Dior. As Dior rises to prominence with his groundbreaking, iconic imprint of beauty and influence, Chanel’s reign as the world’s most famous fashion designer is put into jeopardy. The interwoven saga follows the surprising stories of Dior’s contemporaries and rivals from Chanel to Pierre Balmain,...
Just some of the big names in attendance include Rihanna, Natalie Portman, Anya Taylor Joy, The Crown‘s Elizabeth Debicki, and more.
Glenn Close was also seen posing for photos with her The New Look co-stars Juliette Binoche and Ben Mendelsohn. The New Look is an Apple TV+ drama debuting on February 14.
The show “focuses on the pivotal moment in the 20th century when the French city led the world back to life through its fashion icon Christian Dior. As Dior rises to prominence with his groundbreaking, iconic imprint of beauty and influence, Chanel’s reign as the world’s most famous fashion designer is put into jeopardy. The interwoven saga follows the surprising stories of Dior’s contemporaries and rivals from Chanel to Pierre Balmain,...
- 1/22/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Cristobal Balenciaga is a Spanish-French biographical drama miniseries encapsulating the life and times of the celebrated fashion designer from San Sebastian, Spain, who found his foothold in Paris. The six episodes cover the trials and tribulations faced by Cristobal Balenciaga and his team after the outbreak of the war. Cristobal Balenciaga covers the demands his team had to keep up with post-war in the modern world to remain relevant.
Spoilers Ahead
Who Was Cristobal Balenciaga?
The show opens with Cristobal Balenciaga already established as one of the most prominent faces of the fashion world in Spain and Paris since the 1920s. Coco Chanel was ruling the fashion world in the most iconic city in the world, while her close friend and competitor, Cristobal Balenciaga of San Sebastian, was gaining a foothold because of his innovative designs. He initially began as someone who would take inspiration from other design houses. Soon,...
Spoilers Ahead
Who Was Cristobal Balenciaga?
The show opens with Cristobal Balenciaga already established as one of the most prominent faces of the fashion world in Spain and Paris since the 1920s. Coco Chanel was ruling the fashion world in the most iconic city in the world, while her close friend and competitor, Cristobal Balenciaga of San Sebastian, was gaining a foothold because of his innovative designs. He initially began as someone who would take inspiration from other design houses. Soon,...
- 1/20/2024
- by Smriti Kannan
- Film Fugitives
Apple TV+ has unveiled the trailer for “The New Look,” a new historical drama series starring Ben Mendelsohn as Christian Dior and Juliette Binoche as Coco Chanel. Inspired by true events, the series from Todd A. Kessler chronicles the fashion designers and their contemporaries as they launched modern fashion, set against the World War II Nazi occupation of Paris.
The first three episodes will premiere on Feb. 14, followed by one episode dropping every Wednesday through April 3. Per the release, “The New Look” follows “the pivotal moment in the 20th century when the French city led the world back to life through its fashion icon Christian Dior. As Dior rises to prominence with his groundbreaking, iconic imprint of beauty and influence, Chanel’s reign as the world’s most famous fashion designer is put into jeopardy. The interwoven saga follows the surprising stories of Dior’s contemporaries and rivals from Chanel to Pierre Balmain,...
The first three episodes will premiere on Feb. 14, followed by one episode dropping every Wednesday through April 3. Per the release, “The New Look” follows “the pivotal moment in the 20th century when the French city led the world back to life through its fashion icon Christian Dior. As Dior rises to prominence with his groundbreaking, iconic imprint of beauty and influence, Chanel’s reign as the world’s most famous fashion designer is put into jeopardy. The interwoven saga follows the surprising stories of Dior’s contemporaries and rivals from Chanel to Pierre Balmain,...
- 1/19/2024
- by Caroline Brew, Valerie Wu and Diego Ramos Bechara
- Variety Film + TV
Ben Mendelsohn reunites with Bloodlines showrunner Todd A. Kessler for Apple TV+’s The New Look premiering on February 14, 2024. The trailer for the drama inspired by true events features Mendelsohn as designer Christian Dior and Oscar winner Juliette Binoche (The English Patient) as Coco Chanel.
The cast of the 10-episode season includes Maisie Williams (Game of Thrones) as Catherine Dior, two-time Oscar nominee John Malkovich as Lucien Lelong, Emily Mortimer (Don’t Look Deeper) as Elsa Lombardi, Claes Bang (Bad Sisters) as Spatz, and eight-time Oscar nominee Glenn Close as Carmel Snow.
“The New Look centers on fashion designers Christian Dior, Coco Chanel and their contemporaries as they navigated the horrors of World War II and launched modern fashion,” reads Apple TV+’s synopsis. “Set against the World War II Nazi occupation of Paris, The New Look focuses on the pivotal moment in the 20th century when the French city led...
The cast of the 10-episode season includes Maisie Williams (Game of Thrones) as Catherine Dior, two-time Oscar nominee John Malkovich as Lucien Lelong, Emily Mortimer (Don’t Look Deeper) as Elsa Lombardi, Claes Bang (Bad Sisters) as Spatz, and eight-time Oscar nominee Glenn Close as Carmel Snow.
“The New Look centers on fashion designers Christian Dior, Coco Chanel and their contemporaries as they navigated the horrors of World War II and launched modern fashion,” reads Apple TV+’s synopsis. “Set against the World War II Nazi occupation of Paris, The New Look focuses on the pivotal moment in the 20th century when the French city led...
- 1/18/2024
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
‘The New Look’ Trailer: Ben Mendelsohn’s Christian Dior Seeks to “Create a New World” in 1940s Paris
Against the backdrop of the World War II Nazi occupation of Paris, Ben Mendelsohn’s Christian Dior is seeking to create a new way forward in the trailer for the upcoming Apple TV+ historical drama, The New Look.
The 10-episode series, which reunites Mendelsohn with his Bloodline showrunner Todd A. Kessler, explores the interwoven saga of how Christian Dior, Coco Chanel (Juliette Binoche) and their contemporaries dealt with the horrors of World War II and launched modern fashion. Kessler created, wrote, directed and executive produced The New Look.
The trailer for the show teases tension between Dior and Chanel as the former ascends to prominence while Chanel’s status as the world’s most famous fashion designer is threatened.
“Christian Dior ruined French couture, and I’m coming back to save it,” Chanel proclaims at one point before later dismissively asking, “You think Dior is fashion?”
John Malkovich’s Lucien Lelong...
The 10-episode series, which reunites Mendelsohn with his Bloodline showrunner Todd A. Kessler, explores the interwoven saga of how Christian Dior, Coco Chanel (Juliette Binoche) and their contemporaries dealt with the horrors of World War II and launched modern fashion. Kessler created, wrote, directed and executive produced The New Look.
The trailer for the show teases tension between Dior and Chanel as the former ascends to prominence while Chanel’s status as the world’s most famous fashion designer is threatened.
“Christian Dior ruined French couture, and I’m coming back to save it,” Chanel proclaims at one point before later dismissively asking, “You think Dior is fashion?”
John Malkovich’s Lucien Lelong...
- 1/18/2024
- by Hilary Lewis
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Apple TV+ has unveiled the trailer for ‘The New Look,’ a new historical drama series from Todd A. Kessler, starring Emmy Award winner Ben Mendelsohn as ‘Christian Dior’ and Academy Award winner Juliette Binoche as ‘Coco Chanel.
Inspired by true events and filmed exclusively in Paris, the series centres on fashion designers Christian Dior, Coco Chanel and their contemporaries as they navigated the horrors of World War II and launched modern fashion.
Set against the World War II Nazi occupation of Paris, “The New Look” focuses on the pivotal moment in the 20th century when the French city led the world back to life through its fashion icon Christian Dior. As Dior rises to prominence with his groundbreaking, iconic imprint of beauty and influence, Chanel’s reign as the world’s most famous fashion designer is put into jeopardy. The interwoven saga follows the surprising stories of Dior’s contemporaries...
Inspired by true events and filmed exclusively in Paris, the series centres on fashion designers Christian Dior, Coco Chanel and their contemporaries as they navigated the horrors of World War II and launched modern fashion.
Set against the World War II Nazi occupation of Paris, “The New Look” focuses on the pivotal moment in the 20th century when the French city led the world back to life through its fashion icon Christian Dior. As Dior rises to prominence with his groundbreaking, iconic imprint of beauty and influence, Chanel’s reign as the world’s most famous fashion designer is put into jeopardy. The interwoven saga follows the surprising stories of Dior’s contemporaries...
- 1/17/2024
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
The rise of Christian Dior and fall of Coco Chanel is captured in Apple TV+’s new series “The New Look.”
The World War II-set 10-episode show stars Emmy winner Ben Mendelsohn as Christian Dior and Oscar winner Juliette Binoche as Coco Chanel and was filmed exclusively in Paris.
The official synopsis reads: “Set against the World War II Nazi occupation of Paris, ‘The New Look’ focuses on the pivotal moment in the 20th century when the French city led the world back to life through its fashion icon Christian Dior. As Dior rises to prominence with his groundbreaking, iconic imprint of beauty and influence, Chanel’s reign as the world’s most famous fashion designer is put into jeopardy.”
The ensemble cast also includes Maisie Williams as Catherine Dior, John Malkovich as Lucien Lelong, Emily Mortimer as Elsa Lombardi, Claes Bang as Spatz, and Glenn Close as Carmel Snow.
The World War II-set 10-episode show stars Emmy winner Ben Mendelsohn as Christian Dior and Oscar winner Juliette Binoche as Coco Chanel and was filmed exclusively in Paris.
The official synopsis reads: “Set against the World War II Nazi occupation of Paris, ‘The New Look’ focuses on the pivotal moment in the 20th century when the French city led the world back to life through its fashion icon Christian Dior. As Dior rises to prominence with his groundbreaking, iconic imprint of beauty and influence, Chanel’s reign as the world’s most famous fashion designer is put into jeopardy.”
The ensemble cast also includes Maisie Williams as Catherine Dior, John Malkovich as Lucien Lelong, Emily Mortimer as Elsa Lombardi, Claes Bang as Spatz, and Glenn Close as Carmel Snow.
- 1/17/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Apple TV+ has revealed that Glenn Close has joined the cast of The New Look TV series. She'll play Carmel Snow, the legendary editor-in-chief of Harper’s Bazaar. First photos of Close in the role have been released.
Ben Mendelsohn and Juliette Binoche star in the drama series, which follows the rise of fashion designer Christian Dior (Mendelsohn) as he dethrones Coco Chanel (Binoche). The series' cast also includes Maisie Williams, John Malkovich, Emily Mortimer, and Claes Bang.
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Ben Mendelsohn and Juliette Binoche star in the drama series, which follows the rise of fashion designer Christian Dior (Mendelsohn) as he dethrones Coco Chanel (Binoche). The series' cast also includes Maisie Williams, John Malkovich, Emily Mortimer, and Claes Bang.
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- 1/1/2024
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Disney+ has shared the official trailer for ‘Cristóbal Balenciaga,’ the original drama series that recreates the life and legacy of the Guetaria-born Spanish creator, one of the most iconic fashion designers of all time.
In the series, created by Lourdes Iglesias and 12-time Goya award winners Aitor Arregi, Jon Garaño, and Jose Mari Goenaga (“The Endless Trench”), actor Alberto San Juan plays Cristóbal Balenciaga, an enigmatic and extraordinarily talented man who defied the social conventions of the time and revolutionized the world of fashion.
The original series begins as the designer presents his first Parisian haute couture collection in 1937. He has left behind a successful career in his ateliers in Madrid and San Sebastian dressing the Spanish elite and aristocracy. However, the designs that had set the trend in Spain don’t quite work in the sophisticated fashion empire that Paris has become, where Chanel, Dior and Givenchy are the benchmark of haute couture.
In the series, created by Lourdes Iglesias and 12-time Goya award winners Aitor Arregi, Jon Garaño, and Jose Mari Goenaga (“The Endless Trench”), actor Alberto San Juan plays Cristóbal Balenciaga, an enigmatic and extraordinarily talented man who defied the social conventions of the time and revolutionized the world of fashion.
The original series begins as the designer presents his first Parisian haute couture collection in 1937. He has left behind a successful career in his ateliers in Madrid and San Sebastian dressing the Spanish elite and aristocracy. However, the designs that had set the trend in Spain don’t quite work in the sophisticated fashion empire that Paris has become, where Chanel, Dior and Givenchy are the benchmark of haute couture.
- 12/18/2023
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Emmy winner and Oscar nominee Glenn Close has been tapped to portray the legendary Harper’s Bazaar editor-in-chief Carmel Snow in Apple TV+’s The New Look. The streamer revealed the news today along with two first-look photos of Close as the character. You can see them below. The role marks the first reunion for Close and The New Look creator Todd A. Kessler since their collaboration on the acclaimed series Damages.
Starring Ben Mendelsohn as Christian Dior and Juliette Binoche as Coco Chanel, Close joins the stellar ensemble cast that includes Maisie Williams as Catherine Dior; John Malkovich as Lucien Lelong; Emily Mortimer as Elsa Lombardi; and, Claes Bang as Spatz.
Inspired by true events and filmed exclusively in Paris, The New Look centers on fashion designers Christian Dior, Coco Chanel and their contemporaries as they navigated the horrors of World War II and launched modern fashion.
Set against...
Starring Ben Mendelsohn as Christian Dior and Juliette Binoche as Coco Chanel, Close joins the stellar ensemble cast that includes Maisie Williams as Catherine Dior; John Malkovich as Lucien Lelong; Emily Mortimer as Elsa Lombardi; and, Claes Bang as Spatz.
Inspired by true events and filmed exclusively in Paris, The New Look centers on fashion designers Christian Dior, Coco Chanel and their contemporaries as they navigated the horrors of World War II and launched modern fashion.
Set against...
- 12/14/2023
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Belén Cuesta and Gemma Whelan will join Albert San Juan in Disney+’s first Spanish period drama Balenciaga (working title).
The pair are two of several actors unveiled today for Lourdes Iglesias, Jose Mari Goenaga, Jon Garaño and Aitor Arregi’s six-part drama about Cristóbal Balenciaga (San Juan), the son of a seamstress and a fisherman who uses his natural talent, constant work and sharp nose for business to become one of the most prominent fashion designers of all time.
It began filming in June and will continue until autumn in several locations in Spain and France with a team of 100 professionals and 2,000 extras.
Cuesta, who won the Goya Award for Best Actress for La Trinchera Infinita — a previous series from Iglesias, Garaño and Arregi. She will play Fabiola de Mora y Aragón before she became Queen of Belgium. Balenciaga...
The pair are two of several actors unveiled today for Lourdes Iglesias, Jose Mari Goenaga, Jon Garaño and Aitor Arregi’s six-part drama about Cristóbal Balenciaga (San Juan), the son of a seamstress and a fisherman who uses his natural talent, constant work and sharp nose for business to become one of the most prominent fashion designers of all time.
It began filming in June and will continue until autumn in several locations in Spain and France with a team of 100 professionals and 2,000 extras.
Cuesta, who won the Goya Award for Best Actress for La Trinchera Infinita — a previous series from Iglesias, Garaño and Arregi. She will play Fabiola de Mora y Aragón before she became Queen of Belgium. Balenciaga...
- 7/12/2022
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
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