What We Are Watching…
Rachel Addy has been checking out what we have been watching this month – here’s her reviews:
On Netflix, Amazon, BBC and Disney Plus this month, there have been a number of fantastic documentaries and series. Listed below are a few of our suggestions for you to set for student viewing:
NUMBER 1: Coronation Tailors: Fit for a King
Celebrating the Kings coronation with a fantastic documentary regarding the construction, workmanship and expense of custom made outfits for our Royal family.
Patrick Grant of The Great British Sewing Bee visits the family business where hundreds of custom ceremonial costumes were made for the coronation. The Kashket family, tasked with crafting thousands of custom outfits for the big day, has four generations of experience producing magnificent ceremonial clothing.
Duration: 59 Mins
Our Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars
#britishculture #Royalfamily #tailormade #bespoke #generations
https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m001llnv/coronation-tailors-fit-for-a-king
NUMBER 2: THE FUTURE OF… Fashion
This Netflix documentary examines the upcoming major change in fashion manufacturing and design processes and illustrates what our life might look like when it comes to clothing buying in the future. Designers and academics focus on disposable clothing and explore compostable clothing that combines sustainability and personalisation.
Duration: 23 Min
Our Rating : 5 out of 5 stars
#futuristic #3Dprinting #AIfashion #sustainability
https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/81123425?s=i
NUMBER 3: Westwood: Punk, Icon, Activist
Given that Vivienne Westwood passed away this year, we thought it would be appropriate to share this Disney documentary on her life, from her work with the Sex Pistols at her store to the iconic clothing items she created. A refined fashion designer for over 40 years reflects on what she has achieved, from her childhood journey, to the runways of Paris & Milan.
Duration: 1hr 19min
Rating 4 out of 5 star
#runway #ragstoriches #activist #punkmovement #icon
https://www.disneyplus.com/en-gb/movies/westwood-punk-icon-activist/5kK39tcPG38w
