EXPERIENTIAL
Best Documentary / Portrait (2024)
EXPERIENTIAL (Best Documentary / Portrait)
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Donyale Luna: Supermodel
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Title of Piece: | Donyale Luna: Supermodel |
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Production Company: | Lightbox |
Director: | NAILAH JEFFERSON |
Producer(s): | MELISSA KRAMER, ISOUL HARRIS, MELANIE SHAREE, JONATHAN CHINN, SIMON CHINN, JEFF FRIDAY, ED PERKINS, DREAM CAZZANIGA |
Editor: | ED PERKINS |
Director of Photography: | NAUSHEEN DADABHOY |
Animation: | KANIZ FATEMA |
Instagram Tag: | @nailahjefferson @lightboxent |
Short Synopsis: | A look into the remarkable life and career of Donyale Luna, the enigmatic beauty and first Black model to grace the cover of British Vogue in 1966, and Harper’s Bazaar. Born Peggy Anne Freeman in Detroit, Donyale contributed to revolutionizing the fashion industry during the 1960s and 70s, and was the muse to some of the most iconic photographers, artists and fashion designers of the 20th century. Her journey, previously untold, spans from Detroit to NYC, London, Paris and Italy and is shared in celebration – an ode to her artistry, impact and lasting legacy. |