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Sofia Coppola’s First Documentary, 'Marc by Sofia,' Premieres at Venice

Early reactions describe an intimate, process-first portrait shaped by Coppola’s long friendship with the designer.

Overview

  • The out-of-competition world premiere at the Venice Film Festival marks Coppola’s nonfiction feature debut with a film centered on Marc Jacobs.
  • The documentary follows Jacobs and his team as they build the Spring 2024 ready-to-wear show, weaving in interviews, backstage footage and extensive archival film references.
  • Coppola shot in a lo-fi, improvisational style — often with a handheld camera and occasional help from Roman Coppola — aiming for a personal perspective without making the film about herself.
  • Reviews highlight a visually rich, affectionate portrait that foregrounds influences and craft while offering limited deep biographical or business scrutiny.
  • A24 is set to distribute the film in the United States, with broader coverage noting separate reports that LVMH has explored a sale of the Marc Jacobs brand.