Iris

Name: Iris
Genre: Biography, History, Documentary
Released: April 29, 2015
Duration: 80 min
Rating: 80

2015

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Magnolia Pictures | Release Date: April 29, 2015 | PG-13

Summary: Iris pairs legendary 87-year-old documentarian Albert Maysles with Iris Apfel, the quick-witted, flamboyantly dressed 93-year-old style maven who has had an outsized presence on the New York fashion scene for decades. More than a fashion film, the documentary is a story about creativity and how a soaring free spirit continues to inspire.Iris pairs legendary 87-year-old documentarian Albert Maysles with Iris Apfel, the quick-witted, flamboyantly dressed 93-year-old style maven who has had an outsized presence on the New York fashion scene for decades. More than a fashion film, the documentary is a story about creativity and how a soaring free spirit continues to inspire. IRIS portrays a singular woman whose enthusiasm for fashion, art and people are life's sustenance and reminds us that dressing, and indeed life, is nothing but an experiment. Despite the abundance of glamour in her current life, she continues to embrace the values and work ethic established during a middle-class Queens upbringing during the Great Depression. [Magnolia Pictures]… Expand

Director: Albert Maysles

Genre(s): Biography, History, Documentary

Rating: PG-13

Runtime: 80 min

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Jeff Baker

May 22, 2015

At the heart of Iris is love, between Iris and the camera, Maysles and his subject, and Iris and Carl. They nailed it, this crazy life, and they're still getting a kick out of it. Read full review

Stephanie Zacharek

Apr 28, 2015

Like all good documentaries, Iris is about much more than what we see on the surface, no matter how dazzling that surface may be. Read full review

Ann Hornaday

May 14, 2015

Iris serves as a spirited, often dazzling primer in how to fight the dying of the light and feel fabulous while doing it. Read full review

Ronnie Scheib

Apr 28, 2015

A joyous celebration of creativity and razor-sharp wit sustained into old age, as evinced by outspoken nonagenarian fashion icon Iris Apfel, Iris also offers proof of Albert Maysles’ continued vitality as a documentarian. Read full review

Joshua Rothkopf

May 1, 2015

Apfel is constantly chatting to “Albert” off camera, not to us, and the affection adds an unusual meta level to Iris, a conversation between two old-timers who have gone from making history to becoming it. Read full review

RogerEbert.com Godfrey Cheshire

Apr 29, 2015

Al Maysles, a great fixture in the New York film scene and an influence on several generations of documentary filmmakers, was a keen, understanding observer of human nature and behavior from the 1950s up until his death last month at age 88. Iris and another recently completed film, “In Transit,” will stand as testaments to his unique talents and contributions to the documentary form. Read full review

Vadim Rizov

Apr 29, 2015

It’s a happily modest movie that, while frequently edging toward boredom, is never actively off-putting. Read full review

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kathytreece

Sep 25, 2016

Iris Apfel is inspiring. What a wonderful hip, humorous, senior citizen. I enjoyed the documentary from beginning to end. I hope to be only half as cool as Iris in late life, And all the accomplishments in her career as a designer is amazing.

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BHBarry

May 31, 2015

"Iris"is a documentary chronicling the life of Iris Apfel, one of the most flamboyant and creative figures in the New York fashion scene. The film is more than just the history of this 93 year old icon, it is the story of the relationship with Ms. Apfel and Albert Maysles, her"Iris"is a documentary chronicling the life of Iris Apfel, one of the most flamboyant and creative figures in the New York fashion scene. The film is more than just the history of this 93 year old icon, it is the story of the relationship with Ms. Apfel and Albert Maysles, her Director/Photographer, and with her and her 100 year old husband Carl. Iris, as a film and as a person, is an inspiration to all for this dynamic lady's originality and spontaneity knows no bounds. Although she affectionately refers to herself as an old starlet, she is really a star without equal. I thought the film would be a "ladies"flick" since it dealt with costumes, fabrics, accessories and the like but it is much much more. It is a life lesson on how to maximize one’s assets and innate talents and take them to whatever height you desire. More than anything, Ms. Apfel’s ad lib comments and philosophical utterances are priceless and give food to those needing the strength to follow the untraveled road and to seek to attain the difficult goals. I give the film a 9 and urge that it be viewed by all who wish to see that age is only a number and, in Ms. Apfel's case, not even close to a liability.… Expand

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Brent_Marchant

May 17, 2015

A fun, colorful portrait of a geriatric fashion and interior design maven Iris Apfel. While the material is generally entertaining, the production seems a bit thin in spots, with some sequences stretched out a bit more than they probably needed to be to fill up what is still a fairly shortA fun, colorful portrait of a geriatric fashion and interior design maven Iris Apfel. While the material is generally entertaining, the production seems a bit thin in spots, with some sequences stretched out a bit more than they probably needed to be to fill up what is still a fairly short runtime. With that said, however, viewers will likely enjoy this portrayal of a truly American original.… Expand

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TVJerry

May 31, 2015

Iris Apfel has been having a media moment for the last few years. She's a 93-year-old fashion icon with a unique, extreme style. This film shows her at several public appearances, interacting with her husband and shopping for more clothes and accessories. Adding to the aging-defyingIris Apfel has been having a media moment for the last few years. She's a 93-year-old fashion icon with a unique, extreme style. This film shows her at several public appearances, interacting with her husband and shopping for more clothes and accessories. Adding to the aging-defying stereotype is the director, legendary documentarian Albert Maysles, who's 87 himself. There's a hint of biographical background and a few other people peripherally involved, but the camera focuses primarily on Iris. She's a wonderfully fascinating personality with an inspiring message of individuality and confidence.… Expand

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foxgrove

Sep 16, 2015

Having an indifferent view of the fashion industry, I approached Iris more as a character study of an eccentric old lady who happens to work in the aforementioned industry. However, despite her being an obviously intelligent, witty and colourful character my lack of enthusiasm for herHaving an indifferent view of the fashion industry, I approached Iris more as a character study of an eccentric old lady who happens to work in the aforementioned industry. However, despite her being an obviously intelligent, witty and colourful character my lack of enthusiasm for her profession sadly also extends to her , and the film itself. Still many people seem to enjoy both. Personally, I don't get fashion. It seems as frivolous as it is pointless. Just like this film, in fact.… Expand

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