Bill Cunningham New York

There is no-one in the world who is more modest than Bill Cunningham, expect the Dalai Lama probably.  He is a photographer, the pioneer of street style fashion .  He casually rides his bike snapping pictures of, anyone really, who looks like they have made a piece of art by using clothes. He captures detailed photos whilst dodging cars and taxis in New York, at the age of 83! Yes, 83.

It's one of the best fashion documentary I've seen, move out of the way The September Issue!  I loved it because his quotations were the most inspiration sayings I've heard. He says it's not about taking pictures of celebrities who just effortlessly put together a boring outfit, but it's about the unknown fashion lovers who can create incredible show stopping outfits.

Wise words Bill, wise words.

Seriously, the film is so humorous! I was crying with laughter at many times.  I loved the fact that it was not about the young and reckless, but more focused on the mature hidden legends, ranging from ages 70 and above!  It was warming to know that they are so involved in fashion and they always live life to the fullest.  Even one lady mentioned that she was 'the oldest teenager' because she didn't care about consequences and did whatever she wanted to.  However, it was sad to see that some of the old time residents, including Bill, were being pushed out of their icon fashion apartments by the New York state governors.  Nevertheless, it had a sweet tale from the beginning to the end.

I could write even more about my love for this film, but I gotta get back to revision, essays and school work. Such is life.

"Fashion is the armor to survive everyday life."

"If you don't take money, they can't tell you what to do. That's the key to the whole thing."

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