MAISON MARGIELA
“Nighthawk” is a film by Maison Margiela that delves into the creation of its 2024 Artisanal haute couture collection. Conceived by creative director John Galliano and directed by Sasha Kasiuha, the film blends elements of horror and documentary to explore themes of illusion and reality. The cast features notable figures such as Kim Kardashian, Gwendoline Christie, and Monica Bellucci, alongside Maison Margiela muses like Frederic Bittner, Lulu Tenney and Leon Dame. The film provides an intimate look into the meticulous craftsmanship behind the collection, showcasing the inspirations, storytelling, and experimental dressmaking that define Galliano’s work at Maison Margiela. It includes behind-the-scenes footage from the creative process and previously unreleased moving imagery from the show, re-contextualized through a silent film lens. “Nighthawk” premiered on September 30, 2024, at Cinema Le Balzac in Paris and is available for viewing on Maison Margiela’s official YouTube channel.
