Hulu has unveiled the trailer for its upcoming documentary Diane von Furstenberg: Woman in Charge, which will premiere on June 25 on Hulu in the U.S. and Disney+ internationally. The film is co-directed by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy and Trish Dalton, and produced by Fabiola Beracasa Beckman, Tracy Aftergood, Sean Stuart, Obaid-Chinoy, and Dalton. It will have its world premiere as the opening night selection at the 2024 Tribeca Festival on June 5.
A Cultural Luminary
At a time when gender equality and women’s issues are at the forefront, Diane von Furstenberg’s life exemplifies empowerment, resilience, entrepreneurship, and style.
Diane never saw herself as a victim; rather, she embraced her femininity in a strong and profound way, forging a path for her daughter and the next generation of women to follow. Few women embody the gravitas, grace, and gusto of the remarkable Diane von Furstenberg. As a citizen of the world and the child of a Holocaust survivor, her story uplifts people globally.
The Iconic Wrap Dress
In 1974, DVF transformed not only her destiny but also that of countless women with the introduction of the iconic wrap dress
, a unique garment that instantly bestowed fashion and confidence upon its wearers, irrespective of their shape, background, or status.
Pioneering in Fashion
As she approaches the eve of her retrospective exhibition, marking a 50-year distinguished career, Diane von Furstenberg contemplates her pioneering path in a male-dominated realm. She erected a multi-million-dollar fashion empire as an early visionary and influencer who challenged the status quo with the bold inquiry, Why can’t a woman do what a man does?
Facing Challenges Boldly
With resolute determination, she faced various challenges – balancing a career as a single woman raising two children – and bravely confronting cancer. These hurdles didn’t stop her; instead, they fueled her mission to inspire women everywhere to pursue their lives with equal passion and purpose and design their own lives.
A Global Inspiration
The documentary promises an unprecedented look at Diane’s non-stop life and how she continues to inspire women globally. As Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy put it:
I’m very thrilled about the project because I feel what we’re about to create is something very special. We’re in 2024 now, and it’s about time that we had a woman come forward to shape a story in a galaxy far, far away.
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