Helmut Newton Documentary Airs on Sky Arte
On February 5, 2024, Sky Arte will air a documentary titled 'Helmut Newton – The Bad And The Beautiful.' This film, directed by Gero von Boehm in 2020, celebrates what would have been Newton's 100th birthday. It explores the life of the renowned photographer, who was born in Germany, later became an Australian citizen, and sadly died in a car accident 20 years ago. The documentary features interviews with notable figures from the fashion and film worlds, including Charlotte Rampling, Isabella Rossellini, and Anna Wintour, as well as critical insights from Susan Sontag, who called him a misogynist. It highlights Newton's provocative style, his portrayal of women, and his complex legacy with archival footage.
Key facts
- Documentary 'Helmut Newton – The Bad And The Beautiful' airs on Sky Arte on February 5, 2024.
- Directed by Gero von Boehm in 2020 for the centenary of Helmut Newton's birth.
- Helmut Newton died in a car accident in January 2004.
- Features interviews with Charlotte Rampling, Isabella Rossellini, Grace Jones, Anna Wintour, Marianne Faithfull, Hanna Schygulla, Claudia Schiffer, Carla Sozzani, June Newton, and Susan Sontag.
- Susan Sontag accused Newton of being a misogynist.
- The film examines Newton's provocative style and portrayal of the female body.
- Archival materials reveal Newton's intimate side.
- Sky Arte content is curated by Artribune.
Entities
Artists
- Helmut Newton
- Gero von Boehm
- Charlotte Rampling
- Isabella Rossellini
- Grace Jones
- Anna Wintour
- Marianne Faithfull
- Hanna Schygulla
- Claudia Schiffer
- Carla Sozzani
- June Newton
- Susan Sontag
Institutions
- Sky Arte
- Artribune