Northwest Film Forum

A man of culture and a consummate artist, Yves Saint-Laurent has been one of the most influential designers of the past forty years. His innovations, such as the pantsuit for women, have revolutionized fashion. This documentary traces his career, from his happy youth in colonial Algeria to his most recent collections. At age seventeen, Yves Saint-Laurent started his career at Christian Dior’s couture house where he quickly became the designer’s protégé and heir. He became the darling of the wealthy elite, although he strived to “liberate fashion” and make it more accessible. In this piece, the designer speaks freely and candidly about his private and professional life, recollecting important moments and difficult times. Interviews of his close friends and collaborators (including Pierre Bergé and Loulou de la Falaise) shed light on Yves Saint-Laurent’s personality. Using a rich array of photos and fashion footage, David Teboul paints a moving portrait of Yves Saint-Laurent.