Magnolia Pictures is gearing up to take audiences on a journey through the remarkable life of fashion pioneer Bethann Hardison with the release of the documentary, “Invisible Beauty.”
Directed by Bethann Hardison and Frédéric Tcheng and produced by Lisa Cortés, with executive production by Naomi Campbell, this documentary serves as an essential memoir of a woman who has significantly shaped the fashion industry.
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Bethann Hardison, a pioneering Black model, modeling agent, and entrepreneur, has been an unwavering force for change throughout her career. “Invisible Beauty” spotlights her unapologetic approach as she pushed the boundaries of fashion culture.
Over the years, Hardison has witnessed the pendulum swing in the fashion industry’s treatment of Black models. In the face of setbacks, she fearlessly spoke out and rallied her industry colleagues and clients to promote change. Now in her 70s, she reflects on her legacy at a time when the fashion industry grapples with issues of discrimination.
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The documentary artfully traces Bethann Hardison’s profound impact on fashion, from her runway appearances in the 1970s to her involvement in roundtable discussions addressing the lack of racial diversity in the early 2000s. It features intimate interviews with luminaries such as Iman, Tyson Beckford, Tracee Ellis Ross, Zendaya, Fran Lebowitz, Pat Cleveland, Naomi Campbell, and Stephen Burrows. It serves as a compelling record of the evolving racial landscape of the fashion world and offers a unique perspective on the life of a trailblazer.
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Release Dates:
New York Theaters: September 15, 2023
Los Angeles Theaters: September 22, 2023
Additional Theaters: September 29, 2023
Prepare to be captivated by the story of Bethann Hardison as “INVISIBLE BEAUTY” makes its way to theaters this September. You can catch a glimpse of this extraordinary journey by watching the official trailer here.