Release, runtime and language

2018 · 94 mins · English

#26,777 5

Directed by

Pietra Brettkelly

Starring

Guo Pei, Jack Tsao, Wendi Murdoch, Philip Treacy

The film explores the career of acclaimed Chinese fashion designer Guo Pei, known for creating the iconic gold gown worn by Rihanna at the 2015 Met Ball. Beyond this moment of international recognition, the documentary follows Guo Pei’s ambitious journey to gain acceptance within the exclusive world of Paris haute couture. It examines the challenges she faces, revealing the interplay between artistic vision and the pressures of the fashion industry, as well as broader cultural and economic influences.