
Alexander McQueen's rags-to-riches story is a modern-day fairy tale, laced with the gothic. Mirroring the savage beauty, boldness and vivacity of his design, this documentary is an intimate revelation of McQueen's own world, both tortured and inspired, which celebrates a radical and mesmerizing genius of profound influence.... (Full plot summary below)
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Alexander McQueen's rags-to-riches story is a modern-day fairy tale, laced with the gothic. Mirroring the savage beauty, boldness and vivacity of his design, this documentary is an intimate revelation of McQueen's own world, both tortured and inspired, which celebrates a radical and mesmerizing genius of profound influence.
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| New Zealand HeraldToby WoollastonA glorious symphony for the senses that runs the gamut of emotions; occasionally amusing, often macabre... but always fascinating. |
| Film InquiryMusanna AhmedDespite the emotionally taxing third act, this documentary is an inspiring account of perseverance and proving people wrong |
| Irish IndependentPaul WhitingtonThe footage of his shows is breathtaking and one is struck again by his chutzpah, daring and sheer originality. |
| Flick FilosopherMaryAnn JohansonThere's so much fresh air in this stunningly good biography that it feels like you've never encountered a rags-to-riches, tortured-artist story before. Not just for fashion lovers. |
| Hollywood ReporterDavid RooneyMcQueen is a haunting story of extravagant talent and inescapable private sorrow, made with exquisite craftsmanship worthy of its subject. While a narrative biopic has been in development for years, this excellent documentary delivers an eye-popping, emotionally wrenching experience that paints a fully dimensional portrait of a complex artist. |
| Film InquiryMatthew SingletonFashion documentaries have become something of a trend in the last few years, but most are little more than a frame for an icon. McQueen, just like its subject, is so much more than that. |
| Stuff.co.nzSarah WattAs incredible, luscious and painful as McQueen's legacy, this is fashion history well worth studying. |
| TheWrapDave WhiteMcQueen is formally traditional, and guided by a respectful approach to a complicated man. It’s lovingly told, even as it refuses to gloss over ugliness. |
| Rolling StonePeter TraversWhat the film does so movingly as a portrait is show the isolation that comes with creative success. |
| The New YorkerAnthony LaneAnother case of a talent torched by its own incandescence — the first half of McQueen is an indubitable thrill, and the second half almost too sad for words. |