INVITATION:
GIORGIO ARMANI – FILMS OF CITY FRAMES (2017)

DEVELOPMENT | PRODUCTION | POST-PRODUCTION

Synopsis:
A young writer struggling with lack of inspiration, steps into a journey that blends reality and fantasy, now and the past, literature and real life.

In 2017, The LAB collaborated with the Prague Film School on an initiative by Giorgio Armani, “Films of City Frames”. The project aims to connect upcoming directors, their city and their stories with the world of fashion.

Invitation, written by upcoming Chinese filmmaker Ran Li, is an ode to the city of Prague, its magical blend of realism and surrealism, its mysterious characters, and its fundamental connection to culture in all its forms.

Giorgio Armani chose South by Southwest ®, one of the most innovative platforms for film, music and new interactive technologies. Emerging filmmakers presented their work on this highly respected, cutting-edge stage. The short films were screened inside a special installation created by Giorgio Armani in downtown Austin. The premiere was followed by a panel discussion moderated by fashion critic and curator Angelo Flaccavento, with the participation of Dev Patel, “Slumdog Millionaire” star and winner of a BAFTA Award as this edition’s mentor in supporting students from around the world.

The film is available to watch below.

Writer / Director: Ran Li
Producers: Steve Reverand, Martin Raiman
Line Producer: Inga Kempe
Cinematographer: Xoaher Musavvir
Production Designer: Petra Vencelidesova
Editor: Inga Kempe
Music: Maciej Tobera
Cast: Pavel Gillern, Darya Kazakova, Daniel Sidon, Abigail Rice, Jared Doreck

Festival Selections:

 

📽️ South By Southwest 2017 (USA)