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Kenneth Cole: Fashion Mogul's Social Impact Story
1 Jun
Summary
- Documentary+ acquired worldwide rights to Kenneth Cole's biography.
- Film explores Cole's rise, campaigns, and social causes.
- Documentary+ will donate 20% of film-driven subscriptions to charity.
Documentary+ has acquired worldwide distribution rights for "A Man with Sole: The Impact of Kenneth Cole," a documentary chronicling the influential designer. The film premiered at the Hamptons International Film Festival and will be available exclusively on Documentary+ starting this Thursday as an Original.
Directed by Dori Berinstein, the documentary delves into Kenneth Cole's ascent from Brooklyn to global fashion status. It highlights his innovative advertising strategies and his persistent commitment to social causes, including HIV/AIDS awareness and advocating for the homeless. Prominent figures like Alan Cumming, Katie Couric, and Deepak Chopra are featured interviewees.
Cole expressed excitement for the film's wider reach, emphasizing his philosophy of merging cause with commerce over his 40-year career. Documentary+, recently acquired by acTVe, will allocate 20% of subscriptions linked to the film to the Mental Health Coalition, supporting mental health destigmatization and resource accessibility. CEO Geoff Clark noted the film aligns with the platform's mission to tell impactful stories about significant figures.
