The Artist Is Absent : A Short Film On Martin Margiela

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Overview

The Artist Is Absent reveals the true face of the enigmatic Belgian designer who appears here as never before. Featuring some of the most distinguished names in the fashion industry, such as fashion journalist Suzy Menkes, designers Jean Paul Gaultier and Raf Simons and fashion retail entrepreneur Geert Bruloot – who was the first to discover the enormous talent of Martin Margiela.

Cast

O

Olivier Saillard

Himself (fashion historian)

Suzy Menkes

Herself (editor-at-large at Condé Nast)

Jean-Paul Gaultier

Himself (designer)

R

Raf Simons

Himself (designer)

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