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Maryll Rogge Is Marni's New Creative Director
Maryll Rogge Is Marni's New Creative Director

Elle

time15-07-2025

  • Business
  • Elle

Maryll Rogge Is Marni's New Creative Director

Meryll Rogge is having quite the year, and it's well deserved. This morning, Marni's parent company Only The Brave (OTB) announced that she will succeed Francesco Risso at the Italian house. (Risso's departure came after a near-decade-long tenure with the brand.) 'We met many highly qualified candidates, confirming how Marni continues to inspire and attract creatives from around the world. Meryll impressed us with the sensitivity she brought to reinterpreting the brand's DNA,' Renzo Rosso, chairman of OTB, said in a statement. In June, the 40-year-old Belgian designer took home the 2025 ANDAM grand prize (and its €300,000 grant), for which she was also a finalist last year. This year's class was filled with tight competition, including Willy Chavarria and 2025 LVMH Prize finalist Alain Paul. The prize and now, the appointment have catapulted Rogge from a cult-favorite designer (since launching her namesake label five years ago) to someone with a seat at the luxury table. Previously, Rogge cut her teeth working in New York for Marc Jacobs before returning to her Belgian roots as the head of womenswear at Dries Van Noten—two brands whose color play and eclectic designs mesh well with the kooky DNA that many have come to associate with Marni. 'I'm truly honored to join Marni—a house I've long admired for its independent spirit. To take on a role defined by such visionary creative directors is both humbling and inspiring,' added Rogge in the statement. It's one of over two dozen creative director shifts at luxury labels in the last year—amid a turbulent time for the industry that has made a creative director debut the biggest runway trend of them all. Despite the musical chairs, Rogge is only one of four women who has been appointed to a major luxury womenswear label and until now has existed considerably more under the radar. Of the quartet, Louise Trotter at Bottega Veneta has also yet to make her anticipated official runway presentation. Though no official date has been given as of yet regarding Rogge's first collection for Marni, debuts continue to rule yet another season as everyone races to make their mark.

'Must see' Netflix movie is based on a real-life disaster that shocked the US
'Must see' Netflix movie is based on a real-life disaster that shocked the US

Edinburgh Live

time09-05-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Edinburgh Live

'Must see' Netflix movie is based on a real-life disaster that shocked the US

Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info The gripping biographical drama Only The Brave brings to light the true tale of the Granite Mountain Hotshots, an elite American firefighter group that suffered great loss during a devastating wildfire. This film narrates the harrowing experience of their attempt to combat the Yarnell Hill Fire in Arizona back in 2013. Depicting the unfortunate fate of the 19 firefighters who died battling the flames, leaving surviving member Brendan McDonough, portrayed by Top Gun: Maverick actor Miles Teller, this film touched hearts nationwide and immortalised the team's heroic saga. In the director's chair is Joseph Kosinski, known for his work on the 2022 follow-up to Top Gun, along with projects like Oblivion and the upcoming Brad Pitt-led film F1. Audience reactions have been overwhelmingly positive, with one viewer exclaiming on Rotten Tomatoes, "Wow. I don't want to give a single thing away, so I won't comment on the plot. This is a must-see. the acting, the pacing, the storyline, the character arcs, the production, the music tie-ins, the directing. everything!! one of my favourites now." Another viewer was equally moved, stating: "A truly gripping and heart-wrenching true story, Only the Brave showcases Joseph Kosinski's talent as a truly versatile director, with multiple great performances, some horrifying realistic effects, and uncomplicated writing that gets straight to the point," reports the Daily Record. Featuring an ensemble cast, including Josh Brolin, James Badge Dale, and Jeff Bridges as courageous firefighters, the movie is complemented by the talents of Andie MacDowell, Jennifer Connelly, and X-Men's Ben Hardy. The film has received widespread acclaim for its character-driven narrative and the performances of the cast, as well as its thoughtful and respectful handling of the true story, with a mix of authenticity and dramatic flair. (Image: Publicity Picture) One reviewer wrote: "Only The Brave joins many real-life-based films that honour and respect true heroism. This is a movie with good performances and a real emotional centre. There are exhilarating moments that kept me on the edge of my seat, but the movie shines with its human story and really being character-driven." "The ending of this story is pretty heart-breaking stuff, and I think it is impossible for anyone who watches it to not be moved by it." They added the film "flew completely off the radar" upon its release in 2017, and now "deserves more attention". Despite failing to achieve box office success in 2017, generating only $25.8 million worldwide against a production budget of $38 million, Only the Brave continues to captivate new audiences, sharing its uplifting story of real-life heroism and leaving a lasting impression on viewers. A viewer commented: "Although it's very Hollywood, the acting is solid, the story is compelling, and, well, it's about a bunch of real heroes. And you learn a lot about wildfires and how they're fought." Only The Brave is currently available to stream on Netflix.

Netflix viewers 'crying' over 'must-see' disaster movie based on true story
Netflix viewers 'crying' over 'must-see' disaster movie based on true story

Irish Daily Mirror

time09-05-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Irish Daily Mirror

Netflix viewers 'crying' over 'must-see' disaster movie based on true story

This powerful biographical drama recounts the true story of the Granite Mountain Hotshots, an elite team of American firefighters who suffered a devastating loss during a wildfire. Only The Brave tells the story of the 20 brave men and women who fought the 2013 Yarnell Hill Fire in Arizona. Tragically, 19 of the team members lost their lives, leaving only one survivor, Brendan McDonough, portrayed by Miles Teller. Directed by Joseph Kosinski, known for the 2022 Top Gun sequel, Oblivion, and the upcoming Brad Pitt film F1, the movie has received high praise from viewers. One reviewer on Rotten Tomatoes wrote: "Wow. I don't want to give a single thing away, so I won't comment on the plot. This is a must-see. the acting, the pacing, the storyline, the character arcs, the production, the music tie-ins, the directing. everything!! one of my favourites now." Another viewer said: "A truly gripping and heart-wrenching true story, Only the Brave showcases Joseph Kosinski's talent as a truly versatile director, with multiple great performances, some horrifying realistic effects, and uncomplicated writing that gets straight to the point." The film boasts an impressive cast, including Josh Brolin, James Badge Dale, and Jeff Bridges as the courageous firefighters, alongside Andie MacDowell, Jennifer Connelly, and X-Men's Ben Hardy, reports the Daily Record. The ensemble cast has received widespread acclaim for their performances in this character-driven narrative. The filmmakers have also been praised for their thoughtful approach to the subject matter, striking a balance between accuracy and dramatic flair. One reviewer wrote: "Only The Brave joins many real-life-based films that honour and respect true heroism. This is a movie with good performances and a real emotional centre. There are exhilarating moments that kept me on the edge of my seat, but the movie shines with its human story and really being character-driven. "The ending of this story is pretty heart-breaking stuff, and I think it is impossible for anyone who watches it to not be moved by it." They added the film "flew completely off the radar" upon its 2017 release, but "deserves more attention". Despite its critical acclaim, the thriller underperformed at the box office in 2017, failing to recoup its $38 million production budget. Only the Brave grossed $25.8 million worldwide, but it continues to be discovered by fans who are drawn to its poignant storytelling and real-life heroes. A viewer was moved to comment: "Although it's very Hollywood, the acting is solid, the story is compelling, and, well, it's about a bunch of real heroes. And you learn a lot about wildfires and how they're fought." The gripping tale can be streamed on Netflix now.

'Must see' Netflix disaster movie based on harrowing real events
'Must see' Netflix disaster movie based on harrowing real events

Daily Record

time09-05-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Daily Record

'Must see' Netflix disaster movie based on harrowing real events

This overlooked film has an A-list cast that re-tells the 'heart-breaking' real-life story This biographical drama focuses on the real-life stories of the Granite Mountain Hotshots, an elite crew of American firefighters who lost all but one of their members during a wildfire. Only The Brave tells the true story of the 20 servicemen and women who worked tirelessly to fight the 2013 Yarnell Hill Fire in Arizona. Of the team of 20, 19 didn't make it out alive, leaving one man behind, Brendan McDonough, who is played by Top Gun: Maverick star Miles Teller. Their tragic story struck the nation and led to their legacy being memorialised in this film. ‌ It's directed by Joseph Kosinski, the man behind the 2022 Top Gun sequel, as well as films such as Oblivion and the soon-to-be-released Brad Pitt movie F1. ‌ A viewer took to Rotten Tomatoes to say: "Wow. I don't want to give a single thing away, so I won't comment on the plot. This is a must-see. the acting, the pacing, the storyline, the character arcs, the production, the music tie-ins, the directing. everything!! one of my favourites now." While another claimed: "A truly gripping and heart-wrenching true story, Only the Brave showcases Joseph Kosinski's talent as a truly versatile director, with multiple great performances, some horrifying realistic effects, and uncomplicated writing that gets straight to the point." Starring in the movie as some of the brave firefighters are none other than Josh Brolin, James Badge Dale, and Jeff Bridges. Joining them on screen are actresses Andie MacDowell and Jennifer Connelly, as well as X-Men actor Ben Hardy. Many viewers have praised the ensemble cast's performances in what is a very character-driven story. Not only this, but the filmmakers' accuracy in handling the subject with sensitivity while still adding extra details for dramatic effect. A review reads: "Only The Brave joins many real-life-based films that honour and respect true heroism. This is a movie with good performances and a real emotional centre. There are exhilarating moments that kept me on the edge of my seat, but the movie shines with its human story and really being character-driven. "The ending of this story is pretty heart-breaking stuff, and I think it is impossible for anyone who watches it to not be moved by it." They went on to say that they felt the film "flew completely off the radar" during its 2017 release and years later "deserves more attention". Unfortunately in 2017, the thriller failed to be a box office hit, not quite making enough against its $38 million production budget. Only the Brave grossed a worldwide total of $25.8 million, but years on, fans are still discovering the moving movie and learning about its real-life heroes. One viewer shared: "Although it's very Hollywood, the acting is solid, the story is compelling, and, well, it's about a bunch of real heroes. And you learn a lot about wildfires and how they're fought." You can watch Only The Brave on Netflix now.

Netflix fans 'in tears' after watching 'overlooked' film based on true story
Netflix fans 'in tears' after watching 'overlooked' film based on true story

Daily Mirror

time25-04-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Daily Mirror

Netflix fans 'in tears' after watching 'overlooked' film based on true story

A Netflix fan has recommended a 'must-watch' film on the streaming platform which will leave you 'crying your eyes out' - it's a heart-breaking true story that's been labelled 'overlooked' Netflix viewers have been encouraged to watch a 'must-see' film they claim will leave you 'in tears'. The heart-wrenching true tale has been suggested by TikTok's @eccyreviews, who reviews films and series to ensure you always have something fresh to watch. ‌ In his video, he stated: "Whatever you're planning on watching next, you need to make sure it's definitely this film. I just finished watching it on Netflix, it's a heart-breaking true story which genuinely left me in tears." ‌ He introduces the film as Only The Brave, starring Josh Brolin, Miles Teller and Jeff Bridges. Despite its release in 2017, many are only now discovering it and learning about the team of firefighters who risked everything to protect their town from wildfires. ‌ The film recounts the story of the Yarnell Hill Fire, near Yarnell, Arizona, sparked by dry lightning on June 28, 2013. The fire tragically claimed the lives of 19 members of the Granite Mountain Hotshots, a group of firefighters from the Prescott Fire Department. One viewer rating the movie on IMDb said: "Only The Brave didn't do too well at the box office and didn't receive too much press for award season, so it turned out to be not much of a success in both categories. "However as a film, this is quite quality and overlooked. Based a a true story, with intriguing characters and an intriguing plot, there is a real pull within its story." One viewer was profoundly surprised by the depth of the true story behind the film: "Not everybody has heard the true story this movie is based on. I went into this movie only based on what I saw in the trailer." They continued, admitting they were caught off-guard: "Since it's nonfiction, I knew it wouldn't be your typical cookie-cutter type narrative, but I still expected it, and was blown away by the tragic events, and the extraordinary way it was presented on screen." ‌ Another chimed in with a personal connection: "Having fought wild land fires in Bastrop, TX and being in similar situations as this movie depicted, it was definitely personally emotional." Their experience at the cinema was intense: "I laughed, I cried, but at the end I but walked out speechless... The last 45 minutes of this film had me on the edge of my seat." They noted the impact of the character development: "The way all the characters have a special personal touch to them makes this film all more special! I wont spoil the movie, but bring a tissue box, the ending had me in all the feels!". Finally, one viewer admitted to being unexpectedly moved: "As a grown man, I didn't expect a movie to hit me as hard as this did. This true story, which I had no prior knowledge of, absolutely tore at my emotions." They praised the production quality extensively: "The film is a masterclass in storytelling, featuring an impeccable score, breathtaking cinematography, and performances that are nothing short of outstanding. It left me in need of a comforting hug, the kind that can make you feel like you're about to cough up your own Adam's apple."

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