The Mysterious Mr. Lagerfeld
“A look at the fashion icon that was Karl Lagerfeld, one of the most flamboyant and recognisable figures in fashion - and one of the most mysterious.”
Synopsis
A look at the fashion icon that was Karl Lagerfeld, one of the most flamboyant and recognisable figures in fashion - and one of the most mysterious. His influence was immeasurable, from the Chanel catwalk to the high street - but how many people ever really knew the real Karl Lagerfeld? Weaving investigations in the present with Lagerfeld’s biography – illustrated by illuminating and much unseen archive footage – this film shows his profound and lasting effect on those around him, including his beloved cat Choupette.
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Karl Lagerfeld
Self (archive footage)
Jacques de Bascher
Self (archive footage)
Gilles Dufour
Self
Baptiste Giabiconi
Self
Lady Amanda Harlech
Self
Patrick Hourcade
Self
Sébastien Jondeau
Self
Brad Kroenig
Self
Caroline Lebar
Self
Éric Pfrunder
Self
Colombe Pringle
Self
Carine Roitfeld
Self
Yves Saint Laurent
Self (archive footage)
Ellen Von Unwerth
Self
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Waldman
- Original Title
- The Mysterious Mr. Lagerfeld
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Waldman
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Waldman
Director
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What is The Mysterious Mr. Lagerfeld about?
A look at the fashion icon that was Karl Lagerfeld, one of the most flamboyant and recognisable figures in fashion - and one of the most mysterious. His influence was immeasurable, from the Chanel catwalk to the high street - but how many people ever really knew the real Karl Lagerfeld? Weaving investigations in the present with Lagerfeld’s biography – illustrated by illuminating and much unseen archive footage – this film shows his profound and lasting effect on those around him, including his beloved cat Choupette.
Who directed The Mysterious Mr. Lagerfeld?
The Mysterious Mr. Lagerfeld was directed by Michael Waldman.
Who stars in The Mysterious Mr. Lagerfeld?
The principal cast of The Mysterious Mr. Lagerfeld includes Karl Lagerfeld, Jacques de Bascher, Gilles Dufour, Baptiste Giabiconi, Lady Amanda Harlech.
When was The Mysterious Mr. Lagerfeld released and how long is it?
The Mysterious Mr. Lagerfeld was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Mysterious Mr. Lagerfeld?
The Mysterious Mr. Lagerfeld holds official age classifications: CA: 14A.