The 1994 movie “Pret-A-Porter,” also known by its original title “Prêt-à-porter,” tells the intertwining stories of various characters leading up to Paris Fashion Week. With direction and writing by Robert Altman and Barbara Shulgasser, stars like Marcello Mastroianni, Sophia Loren, and Jean-Pierre Cassel bring the script to life. Discover where the film was shot, the roles each actor played, and exciting trivia and backstage facts about the movie.
Where it Filmed?
Pret-A-Porter was filmed in several striking locations around the globe. Filming took place on the vibrant streets of Champs Elysées and the historic Musée du Louvre in Paris, France. Additionally, scenes were shot in Moscow, Russia, and various locations across the USA. The filming also graced the exquisite Pont Alexandre III in Paris. The filming period spanned from March 6, 1994, to May 18, 1994.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Marcello Mastroianni | Sergei (Sergio) |
| Sophia Loren | Isabella de la Fontaine |
| Jean-Pierre Cassel | Olivier de la Fontaine |
| Kim Basinger | Kitty Potter |
| Chiara Mastroianni | Sophie Choiset |
| Stephen Rea | Milo O’Brannigan |
| Rupert Everett | Jack Lowenthal |
| Tara Leon | Kiki Simpson |
| Georgianna Robertson | Dane Simpson |
| Lili Taylor | Fiona Ulrich |
| Ute Lemper | Albertine |
| Forest Whitaker | Cy Bianco |
| Tom Novembre | Reggie |
| Richard E. Grant | Cort Romney |
| Anne Canovas | Violetta Romney |
| Julia Roberts | Anne Eisenhower |
| Tim Robbins | Joe Flynn |
| Lauren Bacall | Slim Chrysler |
| Lyle Lovett | Clint Lammeraux |
| Tracey Ullman | Nina Scant |
| Sally Kellerman | Sissy Wanamaker |
| Linda Hunt | Regina Krumm |
| Teri Garr | Louise Hamilton |
| Danny Aiello | Major Hamilton |
| Jean Rochefort | Inspector Tantpis |
| Michel Blanc | Inspector Forget |
| François Cluzet | Nina’s Assistant |
| Sam Robards | Regina’s Assistant |
| Tapa Sudana | Ketut |
| Laura Benson | Milo’s Entourage |
| Laurent Lederer | Milo’s Entourage |
| Constant Anee | Milo’s Entourage |
| Yann Collette | Coroner |
| Alexandra Vandernoot | Sky TV Reporter |
| André Penvern | Hotel Clerk |
| Maurice Lamy | Bell Boy |
| Pascal Mourier | Fad TV Cameraman |
| Adrien Stahly | Fad TV Sound Engineer |
| Denis Lepeut | Fad TV Sound Engineer |
| Harry Belafonte | Harry Belafonte |
| Paolo Bulgari | Paolo Bulgari |
| Anello Capuano | Anello Capuano |
| Cher | Cher |
| Helena Christensen | Helena Christensen |
| Gamiliana | Gamiliana |
| Elsa Klensch | Elsa Klensch |
| Serge Molitor | Serge Molitor |
| Claude Montana | Claude Montana |
| Thierry Mugler | Thierry Mugler |
| Tatjana Patitz | Tatjana Patitz |
| Sonia Rykiel | Sonia Rykiel – Designer Featured with Her Collection |
| Eve Salvail | Eve Salvail |
| Nicola Trussardi | Nicola Trussardi |
| Jean-Paul Gaultier | Jean-Paul Gaultier – Designer Featured with His Collection |
| Christian Lacroix | Christian Lacroix – Designer Featured with His Collection |
| Issey Miyake | Issei Miyake – Designer Featured with His Collection |
| Gianfranco Ferré | Gianfranco Ferré – Designer Featured with His Collection |
| for Christian Dior | |
| Susie Bick | Susie Bick (uncredited) |
| Björk | Model (uncredited) |
| Carla Bruni | Self (uncredited) |
| Naomi Campbell | Naomi Campbell (uncredited) |
| Greta Cavazzoni | Model (uncredited) |
| David Copperfield | David Copperfield (uncredited) |
| Linda Evangelista | Linda Evangelista (uncredited) |
| Kristen Fick | Model (uncredited) |
| Yvette Horner | Yvette Horner (uncredited) |
| Adriana Karembeu | Adriana Karembeu (uncredited) |
| Laurent Lambert | Security Guard (uncredited) |
| Diane Pernet | Self (uncredited) |
| Claudia Schiffer | Claudia Schiffer (uncredited) |
| Stephanie Slama | Swiss Journalist (uncredited) |
| Ann Turkel | Lady at Party (uncredited) |
| Christy Turlington | Christy Turlington (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The film picks up the interconnected lives of several people during Paris Fashion Week.
- Robert Altman and Barbara Shulgasser penned the script, while Robert Altman directed the film.
- Marquee stars like Marcello Mastroianni, who played Sergei (Sergio), Sophia Loren as Isabella de la Fontaine, and Jean-Pierre Cassel as Olivier de la Fontaine, lead the movie.
- The film also stars Kim Basinger as Kitty Potter, Chiara Mastroianni as Sophie Choiset, Stephen Rea as Milo O’Brannigan, Anouk Aimée as Simone Lowenthal, Rupert Everett as Jack Lowenthal, and Rossy de Palma as Pilar.
- “Pret-A-Porter” had three wins and three nominations for awards.
- The film received 67 user reviews and 28 critic reviews.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Champs Elysées, Paris 8, Paris, France
- Latitude: 48.8729602
- Longitude: 2.2978526
- Place ID: ChIJUXgA-MRv5kcR9mSP84enoVo
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Av. des Champs-Élysées, 75008 Paris, France
- Timezone: Europe/Paris
- Location Name: Musée du Louvre, Paris 1, Paris, France
- Latitude: 48.8606111
- Longitude: 2.337644
- Place ID: ChIJD3uTd9hx5kcR1IQvGfr8dbk
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 75001 Paris, France
- Timezone: Europe/Paris
- Location Name: Moscow, Russia
- Latitude: 55.755826
- Longitude: 37.6173
- Place ID: ChIJybDUc_xKtUYRTM9XV8zWRD0
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Moscow, Russia
- Timezone: Europe/Moscow
- Location Name: USA
- Latitude: 44.24236485
- Longitude: -119.8093025
- Place ID: ChIJCzYy5IS16lQRQrfeQ5K5Oxw
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: United States
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
