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Once Upon a Debutante

Once Upon a Debutante

2025 · 94 min · Documentary

Le Bal Paris is the world's most high profile debutante ball and this documentary film marks the first time cameras will be granted access to the annual invitation-only event which brings together international high-profile Gen Z guests in the name of fashion and charity. Since the 18th century, debutante balls have long been a part of tradition and history but in this documentary, viewers will get to see an unfiltered, intimate look at how, why and whether this event has evolved for the modern world.

Directed by Lisa Immordino Vreeland

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