Netflix premieres Richard Avedon documentary at Paris Theater
A Netflix documentary about photographer Richard Avedon premiered at the Paris Theater in Manhattan on a recent evening before guests attended an after-party at Bergdorf Goodman.
Guests watched film at cinema
Attendees queued at the 58th Street location to purchase butter-topped popcorn and sour candy. The screening featured Ron Howard's project which runs for 106 minutes in total. This film previously premiered at the Cannes Film Festival earlier this year. Guests viewed images of Andy Warhol, Marilyn Monroe, and the Beatles during the show.
Director discusses artist legacy
Ron Howard stated that Richard Avedon saw himself primarily as a director rather than just an artist. The documentary covers six decades of work including ads for Calvin Klein and Versace. Later in his career, the photographer documented the Black Panther Party and the Vietnam War. Howard noted that Avedon was passionate about movies and theater despite not caring for art museums.
Party held at department store
After the movie ended, guests moved to Bergdorf Goodman on the second floor. The venue displayed photography books featuring Liza Minnelli and Brooke Shields alongside luxury shoes. Attendees enjoyed tuna tartare cones and apple-ginger cocktails while discussing favorite moments from the film. Leopard print carpets and chartreuse velvet sofas decorated the space for the celebration.
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