I get to the theater early, and I can see from Arwen's face there is a problem. Arwen manages the volunteers who check in, and is sensational.
Apparently there's been a mix up and instead of having a 270-seat theater, we have one seating 190. And we are sold out. We are at a big multiplex but there are no other available theaters. We can bring in a few extra seats, but we are still going to be short by more than a few.
Fortunately Arwen works out a satisfying solution.
The movie is sleek, meticulously and gorgeously painted, and in the end a complicated, arresting film.
I meet Tom Ford and Amy Adams. One of the benefits of my job as screening committee chair for BAFTA NY.
It's hard not to be in awe of Tom Ford. He comes from Texas. Goes on to become Creative Director of Gucci at age 33. Brings an almost-bankrupt fashion company to a value of $10 billion in ten years. Then launches his own self-named brand. Simultaneously becomes a writer/director for an award winning film, A Single Man. And now creates a stunning new movie. He is surprisingly friendly and approachable.
While I don't get a photo with any of the stars tonight, I am lucky to get one in my day-job with another fashion icon —
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