McQueen (2018)

The 2018 documentary about Alexander McQueen, and the essential one for anyone who knows his shows only from photographs. It traces his rags-to-riches rise and lets you see why his sharp tailoring and theatrical shows unsettled the industry as much as they thrilled it. It is a dark watch, honest about the pressure behind the spectacle, so it suits viewers who want the person as well as the clothes. Pair it with the Westwood documentary for London fashion's rebellious streak.