Gia
Too beautiful to die. Too wild to live.
Overview
Gia Carangi meteorically rises to modeling fame in the late 1970s but becomes overconsumed by persistent loneliness and drug addiction.
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What makes this movie Worth Watching
Gia was released during a period when there was renewed interest in the AIDS epidemic and its devastating impact, adding a layer of poignancy to the character's tragic fate. The film also taps into anxieties surrounding the exploitation of youth and beauty, a theme that continues to resonate in contemporary culture.
- Angelina Jolie's raw and powerful performance, widely considered a breakout role, captures Gia's vulnerability, charisma, and self-destructive tendencies with remarkable depth.
- The film offers a compelling (though often bleak) depiction of the 1970s and 80s modeling industry, exposing its excesses, exploitation, and the pressures faced by young women in pursuit of fame and beauty.
- The film explores complex themes of addiction, love, loss, and the search for identity, making it a thought-provoking character study.
- The depiction of Gia's passionate and turbulent relationship with Linda is groundbreaking for its time, offering a rare glimpse into LGBTQ+ relationships and struggles within a mainstream film.
Fun Facts
- Angelina Jolie reportedly felt a deep connection to Gia Carangi, and the role had a profound emotional impact on her.
- The real Gia Carangi died in 1986, but the film wasn't released until 1998, highlighting the sensitivity surrounding the subject matter (AIDS) and the challenges of bringing her story to the screen.
- Several real-life fashion figures appear in the film, adding a layer of authenticity to the depiction of the fashion world.
Available Languages
English
US
Title:
"Too beautiful to die. Too wild to live."
Pусский
RU
Title: Джиа
"Слишком красива, чтобы умереть. Слишком неистова, чтобы жить..."
Türkçe
TR
Title:
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Italiano
IT
Title: Gia - Una donna oltre ogni limite
"Troppo bella per morire. Troppo spericolata per vivere."
Deutsch
DE
Title: Gia - Der Preis der Schönheit
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Français
FR
Title: Anatomie d'un top model
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