Franca: Chaos and Creation

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Franca: Chaos and Creation is a 2016 documentary film directed by Francesco Carrozzini, focusing on his mother, Franca Sozzani, who was the editor-in-chief of Vogue Italia for nearly three decades. The film explores Sozzani's groundbreaking influence on fashion editorials by combining fashion, art, and photography to create iconic magazine covers. It also delves into the personal relationship between Sozzani and Carrozzini, offering an intimate portrait of one of the most influential figures in fashion. The documentary features interviews with notable figures like Karl Lagerfeld, Bruce Weber, and Naomi Campbell, providing insights into Sozzani's career and her impact on the fashion world. Sozzani was known for pushing boundaries and addressing subjects other publications avoided. Her work included notable issues like the All-Black Issue, which highlighted diversity in fashion. The film premiered at the Venice International Film Festival and later became available on Netflix, celebrating Sozzani's legacy in fashion journalism.