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The Emperor Of Fashion.(fashion designer Valentino)(Interview)(Brief article)

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Byline: ELIZABETH ANGELL

For Valentino: The Last Emperor, director Matt Tyrnauer spent two years filming the Italian designer as he sketched his final collection and traveled the world with his five pugs. We asked Tyrnauer about the last great couturier. What surprised you about Valentino? He's the most aesthetically driven person I've ever met. Everything is assessed in terms of beauty. It's rather noble and romantic. To be so pure is impossible in today's world. Isn't that made possible by his wealth? Yes. He lives a more expensive life than almost anyone in the world. The film is also about Giancarlo ...

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