Before Babylon even hit the theaters, the movie already garnered its fair share of rave reviews and received a whopping five Golden Globe nominations. The reaction is, perhaps, expected given the star-studded cast (Margot Robbie, Brad Pitt, Jean Smart and many others) and its Oscar-winning director Damien Chazelle.
The official synopsis reads, “Babylon is an original epic set in 1920s Los Angeles led by Brad Pitt, Margot Robbie and Diego Calva, with an ensemble cast including Jovan Adepo, Li Jun Li and Jean Smart. A tale of outsized ambition and outrageous excess, it traces the rise and fall of multiple characters during an era of unbridled decadence and depravity in early Hollywood.” Excited yet?
In a conversation between Robbie and Carey Mulligan in Variety‘s Actors on Actors series, the She Said star, who got an exclusive preview of the film, called it “incredible.” Robbie, who stars as aspiring actress Nellie in the film, couldn’t agree more. “It’s mad!” she said. “I mean, when I read the script, I was like, this is like ‘La Dolce Vita’ and ‘Wolf of Wall Street’ had a baby — and I love it.”
On Dec 15, stars and supporters of the upcoming movie all joined for its premiere at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles. Check out some of the night’s headturning looks below!
Margot Robbie
This is what we call a movie star! Margot Robbie looked absolutely breathtaking in this halter criss-cross black dress with a high slit showing plenty of skin and sophistication. The star of the movie let the dress speak for itself and left accessories and glam simple and minimal.
Olivia Wilde
Olivia Wilde embraced dark gothic vibes yet again in this oversized black blazer with a flower detail on the lapel with a ruffled sheer skirt underneath. The Don’t Worry Darling director then paired the look with a signature black smokey eye and nude lips.
Brad Pitt
No tie, no problem! Brad Pitt looked as dapper as ever in this black suit with a white button-down underneath and slicked-back hair.
Diego Calva
Star of the movie Diego Calva gave men’s fashion a twist in this pristinely tailored pinstripe navy suit with a black tie, white button-down and a baby pink flower on the lapel. So sharp!
Damien Chazelle & Olivia Hamilton
Director of the movie Damien Chazelle was joined by his wife Olivia Hamilton on the carpet (Hamilton also starred in the movie as Ruth Adler). Chazelle kept it classic in a black pinstripe suit while Hamilton wore an off-the-shoulder black dress with lace detailing.
Natasha Kalimada
Natasha Kalimada looked like a real-life princess in this black plunging dress with billowing layers in the bottom. The statement necklace and glowy makeup were the perfect complements to make the dress pop.
Jean Smart
Multiple Emmy winner Jean Smart kept it classic in this black dress and long embellished sleeves. How cool is it to see her and her character right behind her? What a departure!
Jovan Adepo
Star of the movie Jovan Adepo looked oh-so-dapper in this gold pattenred jacket over a black turtleneck and black pants.
Li Jun Li
Li Jun Li, who plays Lady Fay Zhu in the movie, exuded joy in this bright red two-piece with a daring flower bra and a ruffled skirt. We love the matching lips!
Tobey Maguire
Tobey Maguire kept it super classic in this black suit and black tie.
Kelly Rowland
Talk about a showstopper! Singer Kelly Rowland absolutely turned heads in this gorgeous Iris Van Herpen Haute Couture gown. From the pleated skirt to the sexy cutouts and the gravity-defying sleeves, it’s hard to choose what we love most about this look!
Hannah Einbinder
Hannah Einbinder supported her fellow Hacks costar Jean Smart at the premiere wearing this stunning forest green velvet blazer, black velvet bowtie and classic black pants.
Max Minghella & Elle Fanning
Elle Fanning and fellow actor boyfriend Max Minghella looked like one cool couple at the carpet. Minghella opted for a classic black suit while Fanning wore a satin black dress with a pop of color in her pink lips.
Eiza González
Baby Driver star Eiza González looked ultra-elegant in this LBD with a sheer neckline and sleeves. Love the pink pop of color in her lips!
Natalia Bryant
A smile that could light up any room! Natalia Bryant was all smiles as she walked the carpet in this copper-colored one-shoulder dress with an asymetrical pleated skirt.
Chrishell Stause
Selling Sunset star Chrishell Stause brought some sexy glam to the carpet in this baby pink figure-hugging gown that showed off her body in all the right places.
Taylor Hill
Model Taylor Hill opted for a more covered-up look in this long-sleeve cream-colored gown with unique fringe layering all around. The hightop bun was the perfect way to make the look all come together.
Demián Bichir & Victoria Aletta
Mexican actor Demián Bichir supported fellow homecountry actor Diego Calva at the premiere alongside girlfriend Victoria Aletta. Bichir wore a red velvet jacket with black pants and a black turtleneck while Aletta oped for a classic black jumpsuit and nude pumps.
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