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Gia (1998)
Director: Michael Cristofer
Cast: Angelina Jolie, Elizabeth Mitchell, Eric Michael Cole, Kylie Travis
6.9
88%Runtime120 min
Rating18
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Gia Carangi meteorically rises to modeling fame in the late 1970s but becomes overconsumed by persistent loneliness and drug addiction.
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Gia, the 1998 biopic directed by Michael Cristofer, has been critically acclaimed, with an 88% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The film depicts the meteoric rise and tragic downfall of model Gia Carangi, who struggled with drug addiction and loneliness. While the film received a moderately positive 6.9/10 rating on IMDb, it is widely recognized for its powerful performances and sensitive portrayal of the dark side of the fashion industry.
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Fans of Angelina Jolie's powerhouse performances will be captivated by her raw, nuanced portrayal of the tragic supermodel Gia Carangi in this 1998 biopic directed by Michael Cristofer. The film's gritty, intimate exploration of Gia's meteoric rise and devastating downfall provides a poignant look at the dark side of the fashion industry.
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Gia is a 1998 American biographical drama television film about the life and times of one of the first supermodels, Gia Carangi. The film stars Angelina Jolie as Gia and Faye Dunaway as Wilhelmina Cooper, with Mercedes Ruehl and Elizabeth Mitchell. It was directed by Michael Cristofer and written by Cristofer and Jay McInerney. The original music score was composed by Terence Blanchard. The film premiered on January 31, 1998 on HBO.
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