Summaries

A chronicle of Donatella Versace's triumph over tragedy by carrying on her brother's powerful legacy after his 1997 slaying.

Gina Gershon stars in this Lifetime Original Movie chronicling Donatella Versace's (Gershon's) inspiring triumph over tragedy. Based on Wall Street Journal reporter Deborah Ball's widely-read book, this movie brings to light the story of Donatella, following the brazen murder of her brother, world-renowned designer Gianni Versace (played by Enrico Colantoni).

Based on Wall Street Journal reporter Deborah Ball's widely-read book "House of Versace: The Untold Story of Genius, Murder, and Survival", this movie brings to light the story of Donatella Versace (Gina Gershon), who, following the brazen murder of her brother, world-renowned designer Gianni Versace (Enrico Colantoni) at the height of his success, is suddenly thrust into the spotlight as head designer of his fashion empire. At first ridiculed by critics worldwide, Donatella falls victim to drug addiction and nearly bankrupts the company. With the help of her family, including daughter Allegra (Samantha Hodhod), Aunt Lucia (Raquel Welch) and brother Santo (Colm Feore), she enters rehab to confront her demons and soon comes back stronger than ever to re-ignite the beloved Versace brand with her own vision and builds one of the most powerful and influential fashion houses ever known.—Lifetime Television

Details

Keywords
  • murder
  • f rated
  • birthday party
  • intervention
  • rehab
Genres
  • Drama
  • Biography
Release date Oct 4, 2013
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) TV-PG
Countries of origin Canada
Language English
Production companies MarVista Entertainment

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Tech specs

Runtime 1h 25m
Color Color
Sound mix Stereo
Aspect ratio 16:9 HD

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