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André Leon Talley is larger than life, literally. His outspoken flamboyance and eccentric style (not to mention his gigantic capes and caftans) have made him a unique figure the fashion world for decades. Lucikly, the maker of this documentary has lots of interviews and other footage that features Talley, so there's plenty of his personality, plus a few insights into his background and foilables. There are moments with others (famous and not) who add a variety of perspectives, all praising him. If you know who Talley is, you'll enjoy this extended profile. If you've never heard of him, you'll find it a fascinating look into a remarkable individual.

A visually stunning, occasionally humorous though not especially engaging documentary about a fashion industry icon and his journey from the Jim Crow South to international celebrity. While the protagonist's story is an inspiring one, the chronicle of his story feels flat in light of the life he's lived and the journey he's taken. Perhaps if the filmmakers had given viewers more of a reason to care about the subject matter and its central character this might have worked better. As it stands now, though, it's moderately interesting but not the kind of offering that reaches out and grabs your attention.