In “SUPER NATURAL: Rise of the Supermodel” a new 7 part Series coming in 2022, we look at this ongoing fascination with what constitutes the “ideal beauty”, and the evolution of modelling as a resulting phenomenon, from the first mention of the model in Paris in the 1800’s right up to the present ‘Decade of Diversity’.
Today, just as in ancient times there’s a huge and seemingly insatiable interest in beauty /body culture. So what is the modern ideal? When does aspiration become exasperation? Are there destructive side effects for vulnerable young people? And how are new forces such as social media, diversity, gender fluidity, body politics, representation, and inclusion shaping culture’s current idea of ‘The Ideal’?
“SUPER NATURAL: Rise of the Supermodel” features the seductive look and appeal of the world’s most stylised feature films, combined with artful storytelling and a heartfelt exploration of beauty, fashion, fame, and the human condition.
Shot across the locations of NYC, LA, Miami, Milan, and Paris, the series features over 100 special Zoom interviews. This series will be the benchmark of innovative fashion/arts/culture documentary programming, through the efforts of an award winning Writer / Director who is an authority on the genre, together with an experienced, resourceful and professional production team.
Starring Tyson Beckford, Marcus Schenkenberg, Sean O’Pry, Lucky Blue Smith, Naomi Campbell, Iman, Adut Akech, Alton Mason, Bruce Weber, Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein and countless other major international stars.
WRITTEN AND DIRECTED BY PAUL G ROBERTS
PRODUCED BY NIYATI LIBOTTE
EDITED BY JAKE BUGEJA
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