House of Gucci: Family Drama, Fashion, and Fatal Ambition
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This week on Almost Classic Movies, we continue our Ridley Scott mini-series with a deep dive into the opulent world of House of Gucci. We discuss everything from Lady Gaga’s captivating performance as Patrizia Reggiani to Adam Driver’s nuanced portrayal of Maurizio Gucci. We explore the intricate family dynamics, wild plot twists, and over-the-top moments (looking at you, Jared Leto) that make this biopic both compelling and chaotic.
Is this Ridley Scott’s most unrecognizable work? Does House of Gucci hit the mark as an epic family drama, or does it crumble under its own ambition? We debate the pacing, the casting, and how this could have worked as a miniseries. Plus, you’ll hear our thoughts on the movie’s surprising real-life details, including Lady Gaga’s method acting and Gucci's cooperation with the production.
Stick around as we rate the movie, share some behind-the-scenes trivia, and drop hints about next week’s final Ridley Scott feature in the series. Spoiler alert: it’s a gladiatorial finale you won’t want to miss.
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