

From Iowa to Studio 54, this investigation into the rags-to-riches story of America’s first superstar designer uncovers the cautionary tale of an artist who sold his name to Wall Street.
Cinematography
Recreated Studio 54 scenes that drip with period-perfect excess.
Editing
Jarring cuts between archive glory and corporate collapse.
Production
Rare access to Halston's personal video tapes.
Director
Frédéric Tcheng
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Director Frédéric Tcheng found Halston's personal VHS tapes in a New Jersey storage unit—the estate had forgotten they existed.
The 'Halston' name sale pioneered today's celebrity licensing model; every Kardashian fragrance owes him a debt he never collected.