The New Look

The New Look

2024 TV Series 29,005 views
Overview

The New Look is a 2024 historical drama television series created by Todd A. Kessler for Apple TV+, set in Paris during World War II. The series follows the fashion designers Christian Dior (Ben Mendelsohn) and Coco Chanel (Juliette Binoche) as they navigate the Nazi occupation of France. Dior works for the fashion house of Lucien Lelong, while Chanel closes her shop and has an affair with a German spy. The series explores themes of collaboration, resistance, and the power of fashion. The series was a critical success, praised for its performances, its costumes, and its complex portrayal of its characters. A second season is in development.

Cast
Ben Mendelsohn
Ben Mendelsohn
Juliette Binoche
Juliette Binoche
Maisie Williams
Maisie Williams
John Malkovich
John Malkovich
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Title The New Look
Year 2024
Type TV Series
Genres Biography, Drama
Stars Ben Mendelsohn, Juliette Binoche, Maisie Williams
Rating Not rated yet

CineWave Review

EDITORIAL REVIEW
8.0
OUT OF 10
Highly Recommended
Type Series
Year 2024
Genre Biography, Drama
Starring Ben Mendelsohn & more
Why You Should Watch The New Look
  • A remarkable true story told with honesty and depth
  • A central performance that disappears into its subject
  • Illuminates history in a way textbooks never could
Pros
  • Exceptional performances throughout
  • Tight, focused screenplay
  • Strong emotional core
Cons
  • Demands a patient audience
  • Not for every viewer
  • Takes time to find its rhythm
Who Should Watch

History enthusiasts, fans of true stories, anyone fascinated by remarkable human achievement.