Documentary 'The Designer is Dead' explores Miguel Adrover's career and refusal to dress Rosalía over Gaza

Gonzalo Hergueta's documentary 'The Designer is Dead' examines the career and life of fashion designer Miguel Adrover, who famously declined to dress singer Rosalía because she wouldn't condemn the Gaza genocide. The film, which took nearly four years to complete, traces Adrover's sudden disappearance from the fashion world and his enduring influence on haute couture runways. Hergueta, born in Madrid in 1989, initially faced rejection from Adrover but eventually secured cooperation under strict conditions—filming could only occur during Adrover's work hours starting after 3 PM, presenting lighting challenges. The documentary premiered at Cannes, where Spanish cinema celebrated its success as a 'free and wild' industry. Adrover's repeated refusals before agreeing to participate highlight his unconventional approach, while his impact continues to resonate in contemporary fashion.