Individual Film Web Links
Oscar winner
Oscar nominee
BAFTA winner
Costume Designer's Guild winner
Other award winner
102 Dalmations
Multi-honored designer Anthony Powell created new extravances for Cruella de Vil in this Disney sequel.
Anna and the King
Jenny Beavan (
Sense and Sensibility
,
Impromptu
) costumed this new version of Anna Leonowens's story, set in 1860s Siam
Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery
Designer Deena Appel takes us back to the fashions of Mary Quant's '60s for this 1997 hit and its 1999 sequel,
The Spy Who Shagged Me
.
The Avengers
A high-tech, fun site that includes biographical background information on agents John Steed and Emma Peel, including sections on "style" which feature images of costume sketches by designer Anthony Powell.
Blade
High-tech comic book vampire-fighting garb by Sanja Milkovic Hays
Bootmen
Tess Schofield received the 2000 Australian Film Institute Award for "Best Achievement in Costume Design" for this film.
Brotherhood of the Wolf
(
Le Pacte des Loups
)
This film defies description, but what the heck: it's a French political historical/Hong Kong-inspired martial arts/monster movie, with drop-dead gorgeous cinematography, kick-ass action and lots of leather outfits designed by Dominique Borg (
Les Miserables
).
The Cell
Eiko Ishioka (
Dracula
) created the fabulous costumes for this visual extravaganza, more style than substance.
The Claim
The very unique web site for this Michael Winterbottom film loosely based in Hardy's
The Mayor of Casterbridge
and set in 1849 California Gold Rush country) offers the chance to track the film as it is being made, from reading the complete script, to finding out if they're still on schedule, watching rushes, taking a virtual tour around the set, getting daily updates from cast and crew, and more. Costume designer Joanne Hansen's interview appears in the "crew" section.
The Count of Monte Cristo
This newest version of the Alexander Dumas novel stars Guy Pearce and Jim Caviezel, with costumes by Tom Rand (
Princess Caraboo
,
The French Lieutenant's Woman
).
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon
Director Ang Lee's latest effort, combining Chinese history with spectacular martial arts, stars Chow Yun Fat and Michelle Yeoh, with costumes by Tim Yip.
Dark City
Costumer Liz Keogh helps director Alex Proyas achieve a stunning "science fiction-noir" look for this futuristic nightmare.
Dash and Lilly
A&E's biographical film about the stormy relationship between authors Dashiell Hammett and Lillian Hellman (in great-looking '20s and '30s costumes by Nic Ede)
Dune
The SciFi Channel's 6-hour miniseries adaptation of Frank Herbert's classic science fiction novel airs in December 2000. Costumes by Oscar-winning designer Theodor Pistek (
Amadeus
).
Elizabeth
16th century England
The Emperor and the Assassin
China, 2200 years ago
Ever After
Renaissance fairy tale
Farscape
On the SciFi TV Channel: It's cinematic, addicting, and has some killer costumes by Terry Ryan (
Gallipoli
,
Starstruck
,
Muriel's Wedding
).
Galaxy Quest
Ever wonder what happened to those dreadfully polyester
Star Trek
classic jump suits? Well, they're b-a-c-k... Albert Wolsky (
Bugsy
) had fun costuming this hilarious futuristic farce-with-a-heart.
Gangs of New York
Martin Scorsese's anticipated turn of the (19th) century period epic, which includes Leonardo DiCaprio and Daniel Day Lewis among a stellar cast, promises obsessively accurate historical costumes from Oscar-winning designer Sandy Powell (
Shakespeare in Love
,
The Wings of the Dove
.
Gladiator
Ridley Scott goes back in time to political intrigue circa 180 AD. Russell Crowe stars and Janty Yates (
Jude
) costumes.
Gormenghast
A new miniseries adaptation of Mervyn Peake's classic epic fantasy has shown recently on BBC and BBC America television. The official site has LOTS of costume info, and a book on the film is available (only in the UK, at present).
Gosford Park
The cast of Robert Altman's '30s country house mystery includes just about every BBC/Merchant-Ivory acting veteran, from Maggie Smith to Alan Bates to Derek Jacobi to Kristin Scott Thomas to James Wilby ..., all dressed in sartorial splendor by Jenny Beavan (
Anna and the King
,
Tea with Mussolini
).
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
Judianna Makovsky (
Pleasantville
) creates Hogwarts uniforms and wizardly robes for the popular fantasy series.
Horatio Hornblower
A&E television's four 2-hour adventures with the swashbuckling Napoleonic Wars naval hero, costumed by John Mollo (
Star Wars
)
The House of Mirth
Costume designer Monica Howe was nominated for a Golden Satellite Award for her creations for this Edith Wharton adaptation.
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Rita Ryack, costume designer. Winner of the Golden Satellite Award.
In the Mood for Love
Art director/costume designer William Cheung does his usual dazzling job in this latest film from director Wong Kar-wai, set in early 1960s Hong Kong.
The Legend of Bagger Vance
The delicious late '20s/early '30s designs by Judianna Makovsky are featured in the September 2000 issue of
Movieline
magazine.
The Legend of Zu
(Spring)
Hong Kong favorite Tsui Hark's reconfiguration of his 1984 classic
Zu: Warriors of the Magic Mountain
-- chock full of over-the-top designs and special effects -- will have a U.S. distribution release this spring, possibly retitled
Zu Warriors
.
The Lord of the Rings
Director Peter Jackson is assisted by costume designer Ngila Dickson (
Xena: Warrior Princess
) who garbs the denizens of Middle-earth.
Mansfield Park
The newest (and rather peculiar) installment of Jane Austen adaptations, featuring costumes from Andrea Galer (
Firelight
)
The Mask of Zorro
19th century swashbuckling in costumes designed by Graciela Mazón.
The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc
The
other
Joan of Arc epic, from director Luc Besson and starring Milla Jovovich. Catherine Leterrier was the film's costume designer.
A Midsummer Night's Dream
Faery intrudes upon turn-of-the-century Tuscany, with costume designs by Gabriella Pescucci.
Moulin Rouge
Baz Luhrmann's unique take on turn-of-the (19th)-century Paris is an anachronistic musical. Costumes by regular Luhrmann collaborators Catherine Martin and Angus Strathie are spectacular. The official web site is convoluted but fun; you can join "Club Roulin Rouge" for extras.
Mrs. Bradley Mysteries
The new
Mrs. Bradley Mysteries
, based on a series of books by Gladys Mitchell, coming to PBS stations. The first installment,
Speedy Death
, aired in November 1999. These star the ever-stylish Diana Rigg as a 1920s amateur sleuth, who's aided by her redoubtable chauffeur (maybe John Steed in a Bentley??).
The Mummy Returns
Retro archeologist duds, lots of gauze....
The Patriot
The official site from Sony Pictures offers an impressive presentation of historical and production background for the film, including costume stills and sketches. Be sure to check out the amazing links section, which includes listings of museums and period resources, a slew of re-enactment web sites, and even fan sites for the film and actors.
Pleasantville
An impressive Oscar nominee (with costumes by Judianna Makovsky), this one goes back to the Fifties...in color AND black and white
Quills
Costumer Jacqueline West demonstrates Peter Greenaway-esque sensibilities in her late 18th century designs for the Marquis de Sade and his fellow inmates.
The Scarlet Pimpernel
Three 2-hour episodes on A&E chronicle the adventures of the 18th century hero.
Shakespeare in Love
Miramax celebrates the film's Costume Design and other awards with a write-up on designer Sandy Powell and a nice selection of stills combining sketches with the actual garments as worn by the actors.
Six String Samurai
Elvis meets Yojimbo...
Sleepy Hollow
This Tim Burton feature was one of the most visually exciting 1999 films; features costumes by Colleen Atwood (
Beloved
,
Little Women
)
Star Trek: Insurrection
Where no costumer has gone before ....
Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace
A galaxy far, far away is costumed by Trisha Biggar
The Time Machine
(March 8)
It's back to the future as H.G. Wells' great-grandson Simon directs an updated version of the SF classic. Costume designer Deena Appel (
Bedazzled
, the
Austin Powers
movies) has had a bit of recent experience with time travel ...
Titanic
Includes sketches of a dozen costumes from Oscar-winning designer Deborah Lynn Scott, supplementing a large collection of photos, production details, audio interviews and video clips. A huge site, well worth a visit.
Titus
One of Shakespeare's bloodiest plays, featuring Anthony Hopkins and directed by Julie Taymor. Milena Canonero (
Dick Tracy
) is the costumer.
Topsy-Turvy
Mike Leigh's look at Gilbert and Sullivan's creation of
The Mikado
. Costumes by Lindy Hemming, encompassing designs for the Victorian setting as well as those used for the plays, won the Oscar for 1999 films.
Vampirates
Swashbuckling blood suckers!!
Velvet Goldmine
Another Sandy Powell creation, and quite a contrast with her other 1998 effort,
Shakespeare in Love
...
The Wild, Wild West
"They went thataway!" in
Titanic
designer Deborah Lynn Scott's new project.
X-Men
Return to Celluloid Wrappers