Carlo Poggioli on Costume Design for Sorrentino's Berlusconi Film

Costume designer Carlo Poggioli discusses his work on Paolo Sorrentino's upcoming film about Silvio Berlusconi, titled 'Loro', releasing in two parts on April 24 and May 4, 2018. Poggioli, who also designed costumes for Sorrentino's 'The Young Pope' starring Jude Law, explains his creative process and collaboration with the director. He emphasizes avoiding caricature when dressing famous figures, balancing the actor's natural features with costume to serve the character. Poggioli draws inspiration from painting, modern architecture, and travel to non-globalized places. He notes the historical influence of cinema on fashion, citing examples like Adrian and Edith Head, and the collaboration with Gai Mattiolo for 'Loro'. Poggioli's training at the Tirelli atelier under masters like Piero Tosi and Gabriella Pescucci informs his work in both period and contemporary costumes. He recently became president of the Italian Association of Scenographers, Costume Designers, and Decorators (A.S.C.), which is preparing a monographic exhibition on Ferdinando Scarfiotti, Oscar-winning production designer. Poggioli advocates for Italian cinema to have the same resources as international productions.