The Faces of Zandra Rhodes

Travel the world with a fashion icon whose textiles and styling are as eccentric as her signature hot pink bob. Revolutionizing the industry with dramatic prints and uninhibited silhouettes, London native Zandra Rhodes' exuberance has extended to runways, museums, opera houses, and the influence behind the work of countless contemporary designers. Archival footage shows career highlights and innovative looks that unapologetically rebelled against conventional trends. Known for bringing London to the forefront of international fashion and designing ages ahead of her time, Zandra consistently beat luxury brands to styles that became the embodiment of generations. Beyond an exhibition of her pieces and lifetime of artistry, director David Wiesehan offers an inside look to her meticulous creative process, using behind-the-scenes footage of costume design for the Seattle Opera's production of "The Magic Flute." This colorful documentary feature also depicts Zandra Rhodes as a devotee to art in all forms, with a bevy of muses including local glassblowing legend Dale Chihuly; the two meet at Chihuly's private studio and share their vision and techniques, shedding light on the fluidity between inventive forms of expressions. (Seattle International Film Festival)