# Bill Cunningham New York (2011)

> An affectionate portrait of the fiercely private New York photographer who turns everyday clothing into a living record of culture.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/37774

## Facts

- Runtime: 85 min
- Genres: Documentary
- Director: Richard Press
- Cast: Bill Cunningham, Tom Wolfe, Anna Wintour, Carmen Dell'Orefice, Iris Apfel
- TMDB rating: 7.6/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1621444/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: mild
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: warm, witty, uplifting, fashion film night, new york themed viewing

## Synopsis

A captivating exploration of fashion through the lens of an enigmatic photographer.

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