Men of the Cloth

Select Press:

“… a deeply moving narrative, a story that is filled with a deep lust for life ….
Director Vicki Vasilopoulos has masterfully crafted this film, not unlike how her subjects have masterfully crafted their garments.”
— The Arts Fuse

“A captivating tale of an art in both remission and resurgence,
Men of the Cloth is a journey across the globe unifying craftsmanship and style….
Dynamic, emotional, and inspiring, it was truly an experience.”
— A & H Magazine

About the Filmmaker:

VICKI VASILOPOULOS, DIRECTOR/PRODUCER

Vicki Vasilopoulos is Greek-American journalist whose articles have been published in The New York Times, Esquire, New Jersey Monthly and Time Out New York. She spent over a decade as Senior Fashion Editor at WWDMen’s (formerly DNR), the men’s newsmagazine of Fairchild Publications. Her wide-ranging responsibilities included producing designer photo layouts, reviewing runway shows and writing fashion features. As a member of New York Women in Film and Television, Vicki has served on the screening and selection committee for its monthly film series showcasing the work of emerging female artists from all over the world.

MEN OF THE CLOTH is her directorial debut and had its world premiere at DOC NYC, the largest documentary film festival in America. The film was screened as a work-in-progress at the IFP’s Independent Film Week in New York City. It was the opening night film at the Craft in Focus Festival in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, and was voted an Audience Favorite at the Three Rivers Film Festival in Pittsburgh. MEN OF THE CLOTH has screened theatrically in arthouse cinemas across the U.S. as well as in Canada and Australia.

Production Stills:

MEN OF THE CLOTH Available Now on DVD and Digital:

Men of the Cloth
Directed by Vicki Vasilopoulos
Run time: 96 min

Release: 07/18/2017
SRP: $24.95
CAT#: PRDVD3737
UPC: 602573246429

Genres: Documentary, Drama

Synopsis:

MEN OF THE CLOTH is an inspiring portrait of Nino Corvato, Checchino Fonticoli and Joe Centofanti, three Italian master tailors who confront the decline of the apprentice system as they navigate their challenging roles in the twilight of their career. The film unravels the mystery of their artistry and reveals how their passionate devotion to their Old World craft is akin to a religion.