Blake Lively’s promotional campaign for the film ‘It Ends With Us’ has drawn criticism for its focus on lighthearted romance and her personal brand, while the film itself tackles the serious issue of domestic violence. Fans and critics alike are debating the tone of the marketing campaign and its potential impact on the film’s message.
Gone are the days of basic evening gowns for movie stars. Today, they use their wardrobe as an extension of their characters, mirroring the trend of method acting. This ‘method dressing’ has become a potent marketing tool, with viral outfits boosting film buzz and generating millions in media impact value. However, concerns remain about excessive literalism and the flattening of fashion into mere costumes. The shift towards archival pieces and playful color-coordinated looks suggests a potential evolution beyond ‘method dressing’ towards more imaginative and independent style choices.
Method dressing, once an inventive way for actors to promote their films, has become a stale norm. While it initially offered escapism and fantasy, it now faces criticism for blurring the lines between actors and characters, creating unrealistic expectations for audience engagement, and prioritizing promotion over creativity. The pressure on actors, particularly women, to conform to this practice contradicts the goal of individuality and self-expression.
Actors dressed as horse-riding apes invaded San Francisco’s streets as part of a promotional shoot for the upcoming film, ‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes.’ The movie, set 300 years after the events of ‘War for the Planet of the Apes,’ features incredibly realistic ape costumes that even include moving eyelids.
