Julianne Moore as Ingres’s ‘Grand Odalisque’, New York City, by Michael Thompson, 2000, publ. April 2000. Michael Thompson. © 2000 Michael Thompson.
If you haven’t yet visited Vanity Fair Portraits: Photographs 1913 – 2008, please make the effort to take in this fabulous exhibit. The recent celebrity portraits are obviously a huge draw, but the real jewels are the photos taken during the first half of the twentieth century. It is incredible how creative and inspired these photographers were considering their limited technological resources. This exhibit will give you a new appreciation for portrait photography.
Even more exciting is the accompanying ‘Question of Celebrity’ film series going on tonight. Two films will be screened. Choose one, or stay for both! The first is a documentary on photographer Annie Leibovitz entitled “Life Through a Lens.” The second film is one that I have seen. “Valentino: The Last Emperor” is an amazing behind the scenes look at the creation of Valentino’s final Haute Couture collection, and the retrospective exhibit that was produced in his honour. You will not want to miss it. The preview below is a hilarious insight into his personality…”I love beauty, it’s not my fault.”
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Both films are playing at the Royal Ontario Museum, Signy and Cleophee Eaton Theatre, Level 1B Screening Information:
Monday November 23, 2009:
7pm Annie Leibovitz: Life Through a Lens (2006) Annie Leibovitz, chief photographer for Vanity Fair magazine, has produced some of the most iconic images of the last 30 years. Director Barbara Leibovitz reveals her sister’s artistic process and personal journey. (82 minutes) 9pm |
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