Introduction"Audrey" is a 2020 documentary directed by Helena Coan, which explores the life of iconic starlet, fashion icon, and humanitarian Audrey Hepburn. It includes interviews, archival footage, and information from those closest to Hepburn, such as her child Sean Hepburn Ferrer and granddaughter Emma Kathleen Hepburn Ferrer, to supply an intimate look at the life of one of Hollywood's many renowned yet enigmatic figures. The documentary celebrates her legacy as a precious film star, design icon, and dedicated philanthropist who dedicated her later years to dealing with UNICEF.
Early Life and Rise to StardomThe film starts by checking out Audrey Hepburn's tumultuous youth, marked by her experience of living during the German occupation of the Netherlands in World War II. Born Audrey Kathleen Ruston in Brussels, Belgium, in 1929, her family moved to the Netherlands soon before the outbreak of the war. Experiencing malnutrition and witnessing the horrors of war, these early experiences would have a long lasting influence on Hepburn and her future involvement with different humanitarian causes.
"Audrey" chronicles Hepburn's early career as a dancer and design prior to landing her first major movie role in "Roman Holiday" (1953), for which she won the Academy Award for Best Actress. The documentary highlights her most unforgettable film functions, such as the charming New York socialite in "Breakfast at Tiffany's" (1961) and the bookish yet sophisticated Jo Stockton in "Funny Face" (1957). It also discuss her expert and individual partnerships with other iconic stars, like her on-screen partnership with star Fred Astaire and her off-screen relationships with the famous designer Hubert de Givenchy.
The Icon of StyleAudrey Hepburn's spectacular charm and inherent sense of design are likewise showcased throughout the documentary. As the muse of designer Hubert de Givenchy, Hepburn became associated with the "Little Black Dress", when she wore the renowned number in "Breakfast at Tiffany's". Her advanced, simple, and timeless design would affect generations of women, solidifying her status as not only a film icon but a style icon as well.
Personal Life and StrugglesThe film does not shy away from checking out the darker elements of Hepburn's life, including her challenges with relationships and motherhood. With a personal life marked by stopped working marital relationships, most especially to star Mel Ferrer and psychiatrist Dr. Andrea Dotti, and the tough experience of suffering several miscarriages, Hepburn was deceptive about her vulnerabilities, creating an image of sustaining grace and strength in the face of individual turmoil.
"Audrey" also discuss the starlet's struggle with insecurity and insecurity, both personally and expertly. As a dancer, she thought that her skill was not as outstanding as her peers, and she would frequently feel unworthy of the enormous popularity and love she got as a starlet.
Philanthropy and LegacyThe documentary moves focus to Hepburn's later years, detailing her steadfast work as a Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF. The film highlights her return to acting in Steven Spielberg's "Always" (1989) as an effort to raise awareness for UNICEF. Hepburn's dedication to assisting children worldwide, an enthusiasm that stemmed from her own experiences during World War II, became one of the most essential aspects of her life. The United Nations acknowledged her work in 1992, granting her with the UNICEF Danny Kaye Humanitarian Award.
In conclusion, "Audrey" provides a delicate and thorough portrayal of Audrey Hepburn's life and tradition, both as a movie and style icon, along with a dedicated humanitarian. By shining a light on her less well-known individual battles and insecurities, the documentary presents a well-rounded and humanizing picture of a woman who, beyond the glamour and grace, was deeply impacted by her experiences and devoted to using her fame to advance the cause of others.
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