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Sky News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Sky News
Trainwreck: The Cult of American Apparel
Just because the sun's out doesn't mean Sky is slowing down in making sure you have everything you need from TV at your fingertips – including free Netflix. Whatever your normal deal is, access to Netflix shows come at no extra cost if you have a TV and Broadband package. So if you want to escape the heat and have a chilled-out evening on the sofa, there's more reasons than ever to do so. All you have to do is link your Netflix and Sky accounts, and you're away. Here's how to do that, and what you can watch once you have. How do I connect my Netflix and Sky accounts? You can find out more about the packages - which start at just £26 - by clicking here. If you've already got Netflix, you can connect your two accounts together to save yourself some money. You can find out how to activate your Netflix account to your Sky Stream account here. What's on Netflix this July? Release Date: July 1 A new instalment of the Trainwreck series (which continues throughout the month) The Cult of American Apparel delves into the rise and fall of the distinctive fashion brand. Once known for its colourful style and stand-out ads, American Apparel was the go-to store for teenagers all over the US – with staff members excited to work under CEO Dov Charney. But as Charney's management style begins to grate and effect finances, a more sinister side of the company emerges when the CEO is accused of sexual harassment by female employees. Release Date: July 1 On the 20th anniversary of one of the most devastating terrorist attacks on London, Attack on London: Hunting the 7/7 Bombers tracks what happened on July 7, 2005, and the aftermath, as investigators try to track down those responsible. Speaking to victims, first responders, journalists and more, the series also follows what happened when the pressure resulted in weeks of panic and paranoia – with the death of an innocent man at the hands of police raising awareness of an even bigger issue within our justice system and police. All of this serves to ask: How and why did this happen? The Old Guard 2 Release Date: July 2 Charlize Theron is back in this action-packed sequel to the 2020 original. Andy (Theron) and her team of immortal warriors are still on a mission to protect the world after the first film's events, though with Andy now mortal, a mysterious threat emerges that could devastate her and jeopardise thousands of years of hard work. Chiwetel Ejiofor, Henry Golding, Uma Thurman and KiKi Layne also star. The Sandman Season 2 (Final Season) Release Date: July 2 After reuniting with his family, Dream (Tom Sturridge) is forced to face his past in both the mortal and immortal realm to seek forgiveness and absolution. But with gods and monsters to deal with, his path will be far from easy, and he may need to make the ultimate sacrifice in order to truly be redeemed. All The Sharks Release Date: July 4 In this brand new competition series, four teams of shark experts head on the ultimate adventure in a race to find these mysterious creatures of the deep – with the aim of winning a $50,000 prize for a marine charity. Travelling from Caribbean waters to the Pacific Ocean, the part documentary, part series will give you one of the best insights into these beloved creatures, as well as their importance to our planet. Too Much Release Date: July 10 From the mind of Girls creator Lena Dunham comes new romantic comedy, Too Much, starring Hacks favourite Megan Stalter. A New York workaholic in her mid-thirties, Jessica's life feels at a standstill, especially after her relationship breaks down. Deciding to move to London to start a new life 'like a Bronte sister', Jessica's life takes a turn when she meets Felix (The White Lotus's Will Sharpe) who, despite being a walking red flag, she finds herself bonding with. Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 3 Release Date: July 12 In Netflix's latest live boxing event, Ireland champion Katie Taylor faces US seven-division champion Amanda Serrano in the first-ever all-women's boxing card in Madison Square Garden history. Streaming live from New York from 12.30am, this unmissable event will see female boxers elevated like never before. Trainwreck: Balloon Boy Release Date: July 15 In the latest instalment of the Trainwreck documentary series, Balloon Boy follows a Colorado family as their bizarre story spirals out of control. In October 2009, Fort Collins police are alerted by a family who tell them their six-year-old son has flown off in a homemade flying saucer. Soon, a news helicopter spots the flying vessel, sparking a media frenzy in the hope for the boy's safe return. With the local news story sparking international interest – with the National Guard and Homeland Security both called upon to save the youngster – things take a turn when the balloon lands but there's no one inside. Happy Gilmore 2 Release Date: July 25 Adam Sandler's beloved golfer is back for a new story filled with A-list celebrity cameos and misadventures. Picking up 30 years after the initial movie, Happy – now a retired dad-of-five – decides to return to his beloved sport in order to help pay for his daughter Vienna's ballet school. Expect appearances from stars including Post Malone, Eminem, Travis Kelce, Reggie Bush, Haley Joel Osment, Margaret Qualley and more. Leanne Release Date: July 31 A brand new sitcom, Leanne follows the titular character whose life is upended when her husband of 33 years leaves her for another woman. A grandmother, in menopause and out of the dating game for decades, Leanne now has to rely on her friends and family as she navigates this next phase of her life.
Bloomberg
10-07-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
AAFA's Lamar Says Tariffs Are Regressive Taxes
American Apparel & Footwear Association President & CEO Stephen Lamar says tariffs are regressive taxes that burden hardworking American business and consumers. He speaks with Haslinda Amin on "Insight with Haslinda Amin." (Source: Bloomberg)
IOL News
08-07-2025
- Business
- IOL News
Dov Charney's American Apparel: a 'Trainwreck' of cult fashion and its hidden costs
American Apparel founder and CEO Dov Charney. Image: X/@Complex Netflix's "Trainwreck" docuseries has me in a chokehold, okay? From cruise ships turned floating toilets to festivals that never were, this series is my kind of chaotic binge. But the recent release of "Trainwreck: The Cult of American Apparel" really got me spiralling. It's giving fashion fever, cult realness and one of the most problematic CEOs to ever sit in an open-plan office. Welcome to the world of Dov Charney - or as I like to call him, the man who turned a T-shirt into a movement and himself into a menace. American Apparel wasn't just another clothing brand in the 2000s. It was the brand. Everyone wanted in. It was quirky, it was edgy and it made basics look like runway statements. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. 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The man, the myth, the narcissist. There's a whole science to spotting cult leaders and he ticked all the boxes: manipulative charm, God complex, blurred boundaries, obsession with loyalty and of course, building an identity-driven brand that made people feel 'chosen'. One former employee said working there was like being pulled in by a 'light'. Yeah… red flag much? He wanted to break down fashion norms, and, at first, he did. He pushed boundaries, hired people based on their 'weirdo club' vibe and didn't shy away from provocative ads. Actually, let me rephrase, he didn't shy away from straight-up soft porn. Think open-legged poses, oiled-up bodies and barely-there clothing sold as 'expression'. I'm sorry but since when did fashion mean flashing your bits on a billboard? And it worked for a while. American Apparel blew up. The mid-2000s were a perfect time: Facebook was booming, hipsters ruled the streets and being 'edgy' sold like soet koek (sweet cake). But behind the porno posters and sexy slogans, the company was starting to rot from within. The documentary tracks the rise and fall of American Apparel and its CEO from the company's inception. Image: X/@NewOnNetflixUK The work environment, surprise surprise, was a disaster. Staff were either living with Charney or desperately trying to avoid him. He ran the place like a cult compound. Sexual tension and actual misconduct were woven into the company culture. He slept with employees, labelled staff 'fools of the week' if stores didn't perform and had a toxic habit of pitting workers against each other. Classic 'I'm not abusing you, I'm helping you grow' energy. Eventually, the stories could no longer be ignored. By the 2010s, American Apparel was collapsing under the weight of Charney's scandals, from mistreatment of staff and exploitation of undocumented workers to multiple allegations of sexual assault. Women came forward, brave enough to tell their stories in the documentary. You'd think that would be the end, right? Wrong. Like most of these toxic fashion tales (yes, I'm referring to Balenciaga), the consequences were … underwhelming. Remember the child exploitation scandal? Disturbing reports, and global outrage, and yet the brand is still thriving. Celebs are still wearing it like nothing ever happened. The bar is so low it's underground. And Charney didn't vanish into obscurity. Nope. He's back on the scene launching Los Angeles Apparel and helping out on Yeezy, Ye's (Kanye West) brand. Oh, and he proudly printed the 'White Lives Matter' T-shirts. So subtle. As for American Apparel, it was eventually bought out by a Canadian company and relaunched just before the pandemic. A quieter reboot for a brand once fuelled by controversy and cultish devotion. This documentary is a much-needed exposé on how fast fashion - literally and figuratively - can swallow people whole.
Metro
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
The shocking scandal of American Apparel 'cult' unraveled in new Netflix doc
American Apparel is under the microscope after Netflix dropped a new documentary delving into the scandal behind the scenes at the popular clothing brand. Last week, the streaming giant left viewers in a state of astonishment by their programme Poop Cruise, which told the horrifying real-life story of passengers who were stuck on a cruise without working toilets for days. Now, the platform has released the next instalment in its Trainwreck documentary series – The Cult of American Apparel. Directed by Sally Rose Griffiths, the new one-hour documentary looks to 'reveal the sinister side of the brand', diving into the rise and fall of the once-popular clothing retailer. Behind the all-American noughties image, the programme paints a picture of a breakneck and sometimes toxic workplace culture, under the leadership of CEO Dov Charney. Wake up to find news on your TV shows in your inbox every morning with Metro's TV Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your show in the link we'll send you so we can get TV news tailored to you. As one interviewee says in the documentary: 'It was a fashion cult and Dov was the leader.' After founding American Apparel in 1989 while still a student at Tufts University, Charney dropped out to pursue a career in fashion full-time. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video The now 56-year-old's time at the company came to an acrimonious end when he was sacked in 2014 amid allegations of sexual harassment and abuse. He has denied all wrongdoing. Described as a 'flamboyant, Canadian-born, LA clothing entrepreneur', the initial impression of Charney is as a man determined to combat the rise of the sweatshop with ethically made clothing. The Netflix documentary features footage, research and firsthand accounts from former employees. Audio snippets feature Charney calling employees 'fool of the week' and other verbal attacks. In addition to accusations of a hostile workplace, Charney has faced multiple accusations of sexual harassment from former female employees. Charney has repeatedly denied all allegations. In the documentary footage, he's seen speaking about sexual experiences with employees at the time. It also shows a video of Charney walking naked in front of two female employees. 'It was definitely an open secret that Dov was sleeping with the employees,' Carson, a former American Apparel worker, tells the Netflix cameras. The Netflix documentary claims that these cases were dismissed in court due to confidentiality agreements that employees had signed. The American Apparel board eventually launched an investigation into Charney's behaviour and first suspended him for 'alleged misconduct and violations of company policy', before subsequently firing him in 2014. In a statement to Entertainment Weekly regarding the documentary, a spokesperson for Charney said that in spite of the Netflix programme's narrative, 'Charney has never been found liable for any misconduct — sexual harassment or otherwise — by any judge, jury, arbitrator, or independent investigation. Dov Charney still works in fashion, having founded the clothing manufacturer Los Angeles Apparel in 2016. Charney has said that a Los Angeles Apparel store will be opening in New York later this year. He has also worked alongside Kanye West and his Yeezy brand. Rolling Stone reported that Charney printed West's controversial White Lives Matter t-shirt. Celebrity Net Worth reports that Charney is worth $500,000 (£366,000) – although that is not a verified number and there are no public records of his exact personal finances. The statement continued: 'Unfortunately, the Netflix documentary grossly misrepresents the story of American Apparel and Charney, relying on paid actors to emotionally restate long-disproven allegations. 'No credible insiders — including Charney himself — participated in the production. One can only hope the full, unvarnished story of American Apparel and the forces behind its downfall will one day be told.' American Apparel became known for its cheeky ad campaigns, which often included young women in provocative poses. An interviewee in the documentary described the ads as 'basically softcore porn'. The brand championed wardrobe basics and embraced the indie sleeve aesthetic, while also promoting itself as a sustainable option, with the tagline 'Ethically Made — Sweatshop Free'. However, as times and fashions have changed, American Apparel fell out of favour. The company filed for bankruptcy in 2015 and 2016. It was bought in 2017 by Canadian sportswear manufacturer Gildan Activewear. The new owners closed all 281 stores and relaunched American Apparel as an online-only brand. The website claims American Apparel is 'committed to leading ethical and sustainable practices'. Given that the documentary currently sits at the second spot on the top film ranking on Netflix, it's clear that subscribers are tuning in. They're also been sharing their reactions on X, with many saying it brought them back to being regulars at the stores in their heyday. @itsMarciaAgain wrote: 'Watching this American Apparel documentary I vividly remember shopping there esp when I visited Miami. What a time!' @tiffnotjustany added: 'Omggg the American Apparel era… You just had to be there!' More Trending Meanwhile, @justfaith___ and others agreed the documentary was a crazy watch, writing: 'American Apparel being a cult is news to meeee.' @ndulceee added: 'That American Apparel documentary was crazy!' @MsJah_ echoed: 'The cult of American Apparel on Netflix. Crazy.' Metro contacted Dov Charney for further comment. View More » Trainwreck: The Cult of American Apparel is available to stream on Netflix. Rape Crisis England & Wales is a feminist charity working to end rape, sexual assault, sexual harassment, child sexual abuse – and all other forms of sexual violence. Whether it happened recently, or a long time ago; whether you know without a doubt that you experienced sexual violence, or aren't quite sure; whether it happened to you, or someone you know; Rape Crisis England & Wales will always believe you and listen to you, and they can offer you information and support. 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Refinery29
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Refinery29
These 7 Netflix Treats Are Worth Watching In July
The start of summer means that most people are out and busy, soaking up the sun, enjoying BBQs and planning last-minute beach getaways. If you're like us, however, you're most likely still locked into all your favourite movies and shows, eagerly scrolling the internet for more news of upcoming cinema releases and streaming drops. Over the last month, Hunger Games fans rejoiced as they announced that Glenn Close would be starring in the latest installment as the cruel custodian of District 12, Drusilla, alongside Billy Porter as drug-addled stylist, Magno. For musical theatre heads, the release of the Wicked: For Good trailer had everybody buzzing with anticipation for the closing chapter of the box-office smash hit. Plus, The Materialists press tour gave us enough content to keep us smiling for weeks to come. Still, as we head into July, we've got our eye on a new slate of content heading our way, with Netflix rolling out plenty of must-see dramas, documentaries and more. To discover all our favourite upcoming shows and movies coming to the platform this month, read on ahead… Our Netflix Star: Too Much Moustache finger tattoos, infinity scarves and Lena Dunham's Girls are often noted as defining moments of the 2010s. Now, Dunham is making her much-anticipated return to television, this time with a a rough around the edges romance about starting over. Taking inspiration from Dunham's own life, the story follows Jessica (Megan Stalter), a 30-something who moves from New York to London following a devastating break up. With all the best intentions to lead a quaint English life, her plans are interrupted when she meets Felix (Will Sharpe), a messy but charming man in a pub toilet. Packed with a talented transatlantic cast including Andrew Scott, Kit Harrington, Richard E Grant, Andrew Rannells, Jessica Alba and Emily Ratajkowski, this is a story about balancing baggage with new beginnings. Trainwreck: The Cult of American Apparel For those paying attention to fashion in the 2010s, American Apparel was known for giving wearers serious social currency. Becoming one of the most successful US fashion brands, the disco-pant producers were a Tumblr style blogger staple, with sexually promiscuous ad campaigns making them globally famous. But as the new Netflix documentary details, the brand that so many young people wanted to work at was actually crumbling on the inside. Exposing the actions of CEO and founder Dov Charney, the doc discusses the sexual harassment claims, financial mismanagement and toxic work practices that brought about the end of American Apparel. The Old Guard 2 If there's one thing Charlize Theron knows how to do, it's kick ass. Returning for a second instalment, The Old Guard 2 follows Andy (Theron) and the gang on their continuing mission to save the world. As immortals, the group have spent thousands of years trying to do good, but this time they must go up against the first of their kind, Discord (played by a sword-wielding Uma Thurman). Enlisting the help of Tuah (Henry Golding) to try and understand the mystery around their immortality, the warriors must face their biggest challenge yet. The Sandman (Season 2) Split into two parts, The Sandman returns for its final season with 11 new episodes. Based on the award-winning comic book series, the second instalment promises to bring the story to a fulfilling close, following Dream as he embarks on a mission to save the realm, himself and the conscious world from his past actions. Jack Gleeson (Game of Thrones), Indya Moore (Pose) and Freddie Fox (The Great) join the fantasy epic alongside the original cast, including Gwendoline Christie, Stephen Fry and Joely Richardson. Trainwreck: The Real Project X For those old enough to remember the Project X movie, it was a pop culture moment like no other. Based loosely on the plot of a real-life teenager who threw an out-of-control house party, the term 'Project X' subsequently entered the cultural lexicon for Tumblr teens. Now, for the first time, the real Dutch teenager who created an open Facebook event in 2012 speaks about how things went so wrong so quickly when tens of thousands of people signed up to attend. Ending in a full-blown riot and an estimated £15,000 in damages, the doc details exactly how one teenage girl from a tiny town threw the most viral party of the 2010s. Untamed Thinking about heading into the great outdoors this summer? Well, this new Eric Bana-fronted series might have you feeling differently. Set in Yosemite National Park, this mystery thriller follows a National Parks Service agent as he attempts to enforce the law across the sprawling forests and mountainscapes. From the writer behind The Revenant and American Primeval this is a series that examines what happens when humans and the wilderness go up against each other. Happy Gilmore 2 In 1996, Adam Sandler gifted Happy Gilmore to the world, a beloved comedy about a down-on-his-luck hockey player who turns to golf in the hopes of saving his family from bankruptcy. Now, 29 years later, Happy returns to the course, this time a father having to find money to fund his daughter's dance school tuition. With a star-studded cast including Ben Stiller, Julie Bowen, Margaret Qualley, Bad Bunny, Eminem, Post Malone, Rory McIlroy and even Sandler's real-life daughter, Sunny, this promises to be a sports sequel with some substance.
