L'Amour Fou

Plot Summary

This documentary examines the life and work of the late fashion designer Yves Saint-Laurent, recounting how a frail prodigy prone to bouts of depression became an icon of the fashion world. Initially appointed head of the House of Dior in 1957 before growing into a globally recognized designer in his own right, Saint-Laurent overcomes his struggles with substance abuse, accumulating a large art collection alongside his lifelong personal and professional partner, Pierre Bergé.

Top Cast

Pierre Bergé Self / Interviewee

Yves Saint Laurent Self (archive footage)

Betty Catroux Self / Interviewee

Loulou de la Falaise Self / Interviewee

Jack Lang Self / Interviewee