One of my favorite documentaries of all time is "Bill Cunningham New York." This observational, or "cinema verite" documentary directed by Richard Press follows the legendary fashion photographer Bill Cunningham around the streets of New York City. Bill Cunningham rides around NYC on his bike every day, capturing images of unique street style. He then compiles his most exciting photographs into his own section called "On the Street with Bill Cunningham" in the New York Times.
I really like this documentary because of how the bright colors and crisp images in the film reflect Bill's style of photography, and because I hope to pursue fashion photography at some point in my life. The film highlights Bill's dedication to his craft, and it proves how sticking to a task and staying humble can pay off in the long run.
Key parts of the documentary include interviews with iconic people in the fashion industry, such as Anna Wintour, Michael Kors, Iris Apfel, and Tom Wolfe. These people further prove how much of an impact Bill has had in the fashion world, and it shows that it's not only designers and models that become successful, but also the people behind the camera.
I really like this documentary because of how the bright colors and crisp images in the film reflect Bill's style of photography, and because I hope to pursue fashion photography at some point in my life. The film highlights Bill's dedication to his craft, and it proves how sticking to a task and staying humble can pay off in the long run.
Key parts of the documentary include interviews with iconic people in the fashion industry, such as Anna Wintour, Michael Kors, Iris Apfel, and Tom Wolfe. These people further prove how much of an impact Bill has had in the fashion world, and it shows that it's not only designers and models that become successful, but also the people behind the camera.
