The Costume Designer
Originally released in 1950. The Costume Designer is a documentary film. directed by Tholen Gladden. At just 9 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Eve Arden, Joan Caulfield, and Linda Darnell
Synopsis
This short focuses on the job of the costume designer in the production of motion pictures. The costume designer must design clothing that is correct for the film historically and geographically, and must be appropriate for the mood of the individual scene. We see famed costume designer Edith Head at work on a production. The Costume Designer was part of The Industry Film Project, a twelve-part series produced by the film studios and the Academy. Each series episode was produced to inform the public on a specific facet of the motion picture industry. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2012.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 13, 1950
75 years ago
Runtime
0h 9m
9 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Eve Arden
as Self (archive footage)
Joan Caulfield
as Self (archive footage)
Linda Darnell
as Self (archive footage)
Douglas Fairbanks Jr.
as Self (archive footage)
Ava Gardner
as Self (archive footage)
Betty Garrett
as Self (archive footage)
Betty Grable
as Self (archive footage)
Katharine Hepburn
as Self (archive footage)
Gene Kelly
as Self (archive footage)
Frank Sinatra
as Self (archive footage)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Industry Film Project
- RKO Radio Pictures
- Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Costume Designer about?
This short focuses on the job of the costume designer in the production of motion pictures. The costume designer must design clothing that is correct for the film historically and geographically, a...
Who directed The Costume Designer?
The Costume Designer was directed by Tholen Gladden.
How long is The Costume Designer?
The Costume Designer has a runtime of 0 hours and 9 minutes (9 minutes total).
When was The Costume Designer released?
The Costume Designer was released on July 13, 1950 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Costume Designer?
The main cast of The Costume Designer includes Eve Arden, Joan Caulfield, Linda Darnell, Douglas Fairbanks Jr., Ava Gardner.