Review of Valentino: The Last Emperor (2008) by James C — 23 May 2010

A cool documentary for all you fashion lovers out there! It takes "The September Issue" to a whole other level by focusing on this single fashion legend.

This review of Valentino: The Last Emperor (2008) was written by James C on 23 May 2010.

Valentino: The Last Emperor has generally received positive reviews.

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