What to watch this weekend? 7 stylish movies whose characters set the tone for sports fashion

Filmmakers turn to the subject of sport all the time. It is always interesting to show and tell the viewer about professionals, their ups and downs. For some people, the pictures can be motivational and give an impetus to self-determination and give meaning to life. For others, they can help them realize how difficult and thorny the path to the sporting Olympus is, not everyone can become a champion.

When watching a movie, we are attracted not only by the plot, but also by the unique image of the characters. Inspired, we want to follow them in everything: in behavior, conversation and, of course, in clothes. Today we have collected some of the most stylish movies. These movies are not only interesting, but also pleasant to watch in terms of the aesthetics of the selected outfits.

“Gentlemen” (2019)

Directed by Guy Ricci.

Starring Matthew McConaughey, Charlie Hunnam, Henry Golding, Hugh Grant.

Yaş Sınırı: 18+.

Guy Ricci has firmly earned the title of the most stylish director of our time. Sarcasm, humor on the verge of madness are reflected in every frame and the behavior of his characters. Characters of his films almost always have an individual recognizable style. Ricci scrupulously refers not only to the director’s work, but also to the development of costumes, external entourage. “Gentlemen” was no exception.

Designers created for the character of Colin Farrell – boxing coach – a synthesis of incongruent styles: street fashion and English classics. The fabric pattern of the tracksuit was based on “tartan”, but with a large plaid. The image of an intelligent noble sportsman turned out so good that many people liked it. In the suit Coach began to flaunt around the world.

The movie attracts attention with a twisted plot about noble gangsters involved in criminal schemes. They, like Robin Hoods, know who to help and with whom to talk tough.

“Gentlemen”

“Ford vs. Ferrari” (2019)

Directed by James Mangold.

Starring Christian Bale, Matt Damon, Katrina Balfe.

Yaş Sınırı: 16+.

A movie about the confrontation of automobile giants, racing, determination and will to win attracts attention with stylish images of the heroes. The costumes of the racers from the 60s were thought out to the smallest details.

Before the creation, as noted costume designer of the movie – Daniel Orlandi – had to study documentary video footage of the race in Le Mans and watch more than one movie about motorsport. The result was superb. The costumes of racers, pit stop workers turned out to be authentic and vintage, without a hint of modernity.

In the center of the plot, in addition to the confrontation of automobile concerns, also lies the fate of a great racer, who lived for the sake of auto racing and participated in the development of the Ford GT40 sports car.

“Ford vs. Ferrari”

“Run, Fat Man, Run” (2015).

Directed by David Schwimmer.

Starring Simon Pegg, Thandiwe Newton, Hank Azaria, Dylan Moran.

Yaş Sınırı: 16+.

A comedy story about not at all funny human problems: overcoming, will to win, rivalry, lost love. It unfolds during the preparations for the famous London Marathon. Everyone can participate in it. The main character, played by Simon Pegg, became the prototype of many who are far from sports and do not dare to get in shape. But he managed to prove that everything in life is possible – you just have to want.

In the picture were used the most realistic costumes for training, T-shirts, hoodies, shorts. This technique was appreciated by fans of the movie. Designers even released a series of T-shirts and T-shirts with inspirational phrases from the movie. Merch became popular not only with fans, but also simply with fans of a sporting lifestyle.

The movie helps you believe in your strength and start to change your habits and love sports. The main character is going to run a marathon to regain the respect of his beloved, with whom he once parted.

“Run, fatty, run.”

“Legend #17” (2012)

Yönetmenim: Nikolai Lebedev.

Starring Danila Kozlovsky, Oleg Menshikov, Svetlana Ivanova, Vladimir Menshov.

Age restrictions: 6+.

The story of Russian hockey star Valery Kharlamov sparked interest in vintage. Olympics on a snake, training pants, as well as the jersey itself with the number 17 became popular with fashionistas. Designers after the great success of the movie tried to bring elements of Soviet style into the clothing models.

The movie tells about the fate of an outstanding hockey player, who managed to climb to the top of Olympus and become famous all over the world thanks to persistence and hard work. In the center is the match between the USSR and Canada, in which the Russian athletes won an unqualified victory with a crushing score of 7:3. The game turned the world’s perception of hockey upside down.

“Legend #17”

“The Man Who Changed Everything” (2011)

Directed by Bennett Miller.

Starring: Brad Pitt, Jonah Hill, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Chris Pratt.

Yaş Sınırı: 16+.

The movie was not a breakthrough in terms of fashion trends. However, baseball fans noted how stylish and successful the sports images of the heroes were chosen. The story of a baseball team manager who decided to challenge the big rivals and become the league champion was very motivating. Fans wanted to look as confident as the players. The handsome manager himself, whose role was played by Brad Pitt, also attracted attention.

The movie was filmed based on the book by Michael M. Lewis, published in 2003. The picture tells about the life of a coach who is not used to losing. He tries by all means to lead his charges to victory and become strong competitors to world stars. The tape received great recognition and was nominated in six nominations for the Oscar award.

“The Man Who Changed Everything”

“Kill Bill” (2003)

Directed by Quentin Tarantino.

Starring: Uma Thurman, Lucy Liu, Vivica A. Fox, Julie Dreyfuss.

Age limit: 18+.

The movie is remembered by fashionistas for a yellow tracksuit with black stripes. It did not appear on the heroine of Uma Thurman’s Black Mamba by chance. Thus Tarantino made a reference and honored the memory of his favorite actor and master of martial arts Bruce Lee. In a brightly colored jumpsuit was dressed hero Lee in the last film “Game of Death”.

The director set the task to completely copy the clothes, right down to the shoes. However, the outfit was modernized, and the overalls turned into a suit that consisted of a jacket and pants. Fans were hesitant to wear the look in everyday life, but were eager to use similar costumes after watching the movie for Halloween parties.

The movie is about the resilience and strength of a woman who was tried to be killed during a wedding. After being in a coma for four years, she was able to pull herself practically from the other side of the world, recover and avenge all the wrongs done to her.

“Kill Bill” Part 1

“The Tenenbaum Family” (2001)

Directed by Wes Anderson.

Starring: Gene Hackman, Anjelica Huston, Ben Stiller, Gwyneth Paltrow.

Age limit: 16+.

In the movie, a famous brand’s tracksuit gets an unexpected use. It is not just an element of the image. The clothes have an important role to play – to break stereotypes that bright, comfortable clothes can only be worn for sports.

The character of actor Ben Stiller – a successful financier – demonstrates freedom of choice in everything, including the image. He prefers a red colored tracksuit to boring monotonous jackets.

All members of the Tenenbaum family have unique abilities. Someone already at the age of 10 became an outstanding financier, someone was able to conquer the tennis court, someone gained popularity as a great playwright. Children have grown up and left the nest. All of them gather at their parents’ house again to spend their last days by their father’s side.

“The Tenenbaum Family”

“Rocky” (1976)

Directed by John G. Evildsen.

Starring Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burt Young, Carl Weathers.

Yaş Sınırı: 16+.

A breakthrough movie for its time became a legend and inspired thousands of athletes to victory. Sylvester Stallone’s character, boxer Rocky Balboa, was an idol not only for his achievements. The director dressed the main character in the latest fashion of the 70s. It was Rocky who popularized the insulated hooded sweatshirt – hoodie. Spectacular shots where the hero is preparing for the fight, running through the streets of Philadelphia in a gray tracksuit, remained in the memory of many.

The movie is a real motivation for those who have dropped their hands and stopped believing in their success. In the center of the picture is the story of a young boxer, who participates in not very prestigious fights and knocking out debts for his boss. But one day he receives a tempting offer – to fight with the reigning boxing champion. The athlete accepts it and changes his life radically.

Rocky