Why Atonement (2007) deserved an Oscar for Costume Design 👗⭐️

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[@kathrynvincent1563]

Also on a sillier note: James MacAvoy’s eyes are violently blue and match her final dress, so they’re linked

[@thaisrebeca8]

I love how both of their outfits compliment each other’s eyes

[@natashasonali]

totally! i was about to comment that

[@martinabrunosantander589]

so i'm gonna cry right now

[@gerwigcore]

yes! and keira’s eyes match james’ uniform!!

[@broadway520]

I just watched in the extras about the blue matching Brionys color scheme and continuity.

[@victorfurtado5578]

I need that green dress in my wardrobe

[@selty]

Apparently parts of it kept breaking a part because it was so fragile! Keira was recently interviewed about her career and a part of it was about her working relationship with Joe and they mention the dress

[@harpist.vanessa]

@@selty yeah I was going to comment that too! The straps broke to the point where they had 7 versions of it that are identical 😂

[@ameliaschulte]

sameee it’s to gorgeous

[@Sajirah]

We all do.

[@awaywiththefae3776]

It’s not exactly the same, but it’s got a similar vibe I think! (It’s sold out so you have to scroll down to see it) www.anthropologie.com/shop/fame-and-partners-escala-dress?quantity=1

[@heartears]

This is the movie that I love but I can never rewatch it. It's too painful.

[@brooklynluttrell6386]

@heartears angel YES! I watched it while I was recovering from my c-section with my first child. I had my fair share of overloaded hormones and this movie was both a film favorite and a film I never wanted to see again. I felt my heart beat out of my chest. I don’t know how they did it, but they perfectly conveyed raw emotion throughout the entire film. It has been nearly 13 years and I am unsure if I can ever watch it again.

[@alessandras8980]

agree!!!

[@loveitftw]

dude yes, too goddamn true.

[@wideeyeddreaming]

Same, love this movie. Watched back in 2008 and its 2020 now and I still can't watch it again

[@fatmaslh6306]

I always avoid watching it lol 💔 it's too painful

[@nightbender9250]

That green dress is iconic. The fact that people can still remember one specific look from a movie over 10 years shows it’s impact already

[@AbiCroCro]

She was casually at home when she was wearing the mismatched patterns, I think that’s completely fine, it just means she threw it on without too much thought. It was also a burning hot summer and she was at home with just her family and staff, so there wouldn’t have been much need for all the undergarments. Just my take!

[@romeostruedude]

Yeah if I recalled in the novel it was an exceedingly hot day. So it makes sense if you are home with family. No guests have arrived. It’s hot as heck and there’s no reason to dress to impress. It’s like wearing PJs with an oversized shirt. It’s flowy. Unflattering. But overall comfortable. Which is the point. Comfort. And if that day was hot as I believe it was described I just wish I could send everyone tank tops and gym shorts. Bleh.

[@AbiCroCro]

@@romeostruedude hahaha, bleh indeed.

[@electriksheep1508]

I thought wearing undergarments was important as it would soak up the sweat and grime, instead of letting it get on the outerwear that would have to be washed. so wearing proper undergarments would be more important as she would sweat more?

[@AbiCroCro]

@@electriksheep1508 there’s staff for that. She’s a human, you’re a human, what would you do in a hot summer at home with just your close family? You could theorise that but she’s not wearing a bunch of underwear so it feels a bit like unnecessary mental gymnastics. In the film she wasn’t wearing a heap of undies and I’m just stating why it doesn’t feel like an error. Undergarments did do that but it’s not like it was their main function, and they’d need washing out anyway so do you want to wash the clothes and a heap of underwear or just the clothes? :)

[@electriksheep1508]

@@AbiCroCro oh no I just meant that they wouldn't want to wash the garments because washing wears them down, whereas an undergarment is comparably more replaceable. i was just wondering if it was like foregoing panties for them? as we wouldn't do that even if it was hot. but it makes sense if they made people sweat more, you're right.

[@gemtatex2339]

It's also kind of cool that in the hospital scene; his eyes match her nurse outfit and her eyes sort of match his outfit. They're like puzzle pieces in each other's lives almost.

[@elsagreen1476]

That's pretty...

[@niamh4761]

as an irish person a+ on the pronunciation of saoirse ronan' s name

[@gearoidp]

I'd like to hear her try to pronounce Niamh...

[@Reticulating-Splines]

@@gearoidp Nieve

[@fivebyfive88]

Lol or “Aoife” or “Maeve” 😂😂

[@gearoidp]

@@fivebyfive88 or mine haha: Gearóid...

[@assholebyginger]

@@fivebyfive88 Is Maeve not pronounced as May-ve omg

[@emilykoonce8437]

your point on cecilia’s “undergarments” is so on point! in the book the novel is based on, briony actually thinks that cecilia is naked, not just in her undergarments!

[@camilia3749]

That ending portion analysis is genius . And don't forget his steel blue eyes , it's a reflection of her and how he sees her. This movie will always be my favourite

[@sarakhan-pk7ko]

I bawled me eyes out during the entire movie.Killed me and bought me back to life and repeated the cycle a dozen more times.

[@sidhart514]

The way the blue makes James McAvoy's eyes pop is amazing as well

[@canomia]

I loved the way you talked about adjusting for modern sensibilities. Taking the audiences references and responses into consideration over being purely historically acurate. I think sometimes expert critics forget that part. There is a huge difference between not bothering to do the reaserch and, as in Atonement, choosing to adjust some things to better tell the story to the audience, while still staying close enough to the time.

[@MultiEquations]

Her green dress was absolutely everything!

[@bakedmashed3728]

Really enjoyed your take on Atonement, so few people talk about this movie! Please do more movie costume breakdowns :) I think Cecilia doesn't wear all her undergarments because they are experiencing a heatwave in the first part of the movie - in the book Robbie can see a 'dark triangle' between Cecilia's legs as she emerges from the fountain. I also think the mis-matched shirt and skirt was indicative of the Cecilia's lack of direction and unfocussed state of mind - this is also shown in her bedroom which is a disorganised chaos with a bunch of clothes everywhere. It's a nice touch and subtly shows us how lost she is in the beginning of the movie.

[@autumnmilburn1974]

Another point I loved with the first outfit is how the floral print of the blouse and the geometric print of the skirt should clash but they miraculously go together well, it must have taken a long time to find fabrics and patterns that clash but mesh like that. It kind of mirrors how Cecilia and Robbie themselves come from different worlds and perhaps shouldn't be together but they seamlessly do. The 'blurred lines' of whether the fabrics match or clash also mirrors their relationship at the start of the film, when they have an awkward unfriendly relationship which we later discover is underpinned by their mutual repressed feelings for one another

[@aghnaps9396]

That's so true....I think they themselves think that they don't suit each other well......until and unless the letter that Robbie wrote just thinking about what he feel about Cecelia not with intensions of giving it to her because he thought Cecelia do not think of him that way ........but anyways reach her ...and how it's revealed that Cecelia also has feelings for him and been fighting against it cuz they are from different backgrounds ... especially during 1930's and all....it's so hard to even dream of being together..... nevertheless they were perfect for eachother

[@misssol1807]

I see the mismatch of patterns in her first outfit as a reflection of Cecilia’s own conflicted feelings for Robbie. She’s caught between that expectations of her family and her desires. She is not supposed to love him because of having grown up together but mostly because of the class divide between them. He knows that this divide is there. This is clear when just before the fountain scene where he misunderstands her words about him pursuing medicine. I also see her lack of undergarments as a symbol of her finally stripping of her own prejudices about loving Robbie and being naked in her heart. Him “seeing through her” prompts him to daydream and ultimately to finally step forward library. Just my two cents.

[@phoebe8579]

yes!! in the book cecila is striving to look both relaxed and self-contained ‘as though she hadn’t given (her appearance) a moment’s thought’, which is also reflected perfectly in her desire to wet the flowers so they can achieve a natural, but still perfect, disarrangement.

[@ZahradeLancre]

that green dress is like the only article of clothing that i will always remember. it’s so timelessly beautiful

[@XDspacemanJD]

Just to add to the undergarments, I’ve actually read the book the movie is based on. In it, Briony describes Cecilia coming out of the fountain as a “Water Nymph” and I think the movie achieves this description and look very well!

[@KuR58]

I loved this movie so much but I've only watched it once. For some reason I find it hard to watch. It's really heart-wrenching. I can feel their pain a lot and it's really hard for me to watch.

[@DanieleAlexis]

I LOVE the costume design in this movie. The green dress ICONIC. Also very random, but you have like the same speaking voice as Sinead from Clevver Style.

[@hannah_flowers]

The blue nurse outfit would also fit with the NHS traditional look and since it is British and it would depict our typical look for old-fashioned nurses

[@charlottegiles2050]

That's exactly what I was thinking - obviously she isn't an NHS nurse because it hadn't been created at the time, but if they'd put her in lilac a modern British audience might not immediately get what she was supposed to be, especially as she doesn't have her nurse's hat on in the scene. Putting her in blue tells us she's a nurse now without it having to be the very first thing they say in conversation to avoid confusion.

[@j_me]

omfg I know this is weird but I love your voice so much, this was super cool to watch as well! would love to see u talk abt other movies

[@sarakjeldsen769]

The green dress is so beautiful. It's made for an elegant figure like Kiera's.

[@sofiah635]

omg please talk about the costumes in Narnia

[@AvgJane19]

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[@vipse6586]

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[@talkingtoast1200]

Wow ! Great video ! Marie Antoinette is the movie that ended up winning that year for Costume Design, would love a future video talking about your thoughts on that movies costume design !

[@gremlita]

Marie antoinette actually won the year before! But yes, i love that movie so may be a future video ;D

[@thisthingcalledlove8]

It was actually Elizabeth: The Golden Age that won it that year. It went against Across the Universe, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street and La Vie en Rose.

[@josephinehendrick1533]

I was reading the Atonement book by Ian McEwan when this film came out and I finished it the day before seeing it in theaters. I remember reading the description of the green backless evening dress in the book and then seeing the final design on screen and having my mind BLOWN. Like the book described a gorgeous dress but it was brought to life in such an iconic way. I agree, hands down one of the best dresses in a movie.

[@mayamitchell9745]

honestly one of my fav films but the ending is just so extremely sad :(

[@callmeswivelhips8229]

I'm constantly surprised by how much I enjoy listening to any kind of expert on costume design. It reminds me of the commentary I watched with Memoirs of a Geisha. There are two of them, and the second includes the costume designer. VERY cool!

[@edienandy]

Aaaagh. I have such conflicting thoughts about that movie. I love it because it introduced me to geisha and traditional Japanese culture but also can’t stand it because it’s such a misrepresentation of those things. I know they weren’t going for accuracy at all but these days I can’t even watch that movie without throwing a little fit. There’s a really good documentary about Satsuki, Gion’s current star geisha which is much better. She has exquisite taste in kimono too 🥰

[@lamgiang8701]

@@edienandy Do you still have that video ? Can I know the name of it ?

[@bayresa6648]

I’ve always loved fashion in film and have always wanted people to appreciate it and analyze it more.. I’d love to see more of these videos, it was so great!

[@jennab.6723]

Please make more videos like this! I wanted this video to be longer. Amazing costume design in this film.

[@preciousofcourse]

i love your insight and editing style so much! would love to see more 🥰

[@Lg.sidequest]

One of my favorite movies thank you for such a lovely analysis of Cecilia's wardrobe. That green dress is as haunting as the story itself

[@katherine9334]

VERY nicely done! i love that you showed support for your case using good sources

[@PinkKissedLips]

Atonement has always been a favorite. That green dress. Everything about was lovely and so underrated. Especially the score!

[@AnaSofia-pi1zm]

Loved the video because Atonement is one of my favorite films. Do a longer version , all the costumes are so beautiful

[@Pollo.a.la.crema.]

one of my all time favorite film scores, and films. I consider it an art film through and through. thanks for speaking on it

[@yellowprettybird]

The costumes and the cinematography together just make almost every frame of this film a work of art... that shot at 3:22 with when Robbie is sitting on the steps and looks up at Cecilia, and you can only see her skirt and feet - those colors with the diffused lighting - seriously, just a work of art!

[@hollysmith3879]

Atonement is such a gem, and beautifully composed on all aspects. Thank you so much for adding this extra layer to a movie we love!

[@currielee]

this movie influenced my whole life in such a profound way and particularly my wardrobe from 2008-2011. my favorite outfit of cecilia's is her green and brown tweed outfit closer to the end. really enjoyed your analysis!

[@emilyh7982]

Wow I’m so glad I found you, and then this video((: I remember exactly when I watched this movie years ago. I was at a very significant breaking point in my life and I cried and cried and cried. Such an experience. I fell in love with it and haven’t seen it since. Hearing you so beautifully and intelligently articulate your interpretations of the costume choices is so nostalgic. Really reminds me of the cinematic magic and deep meaning in this film. I feel so connected to the fashion from this era as well, but haven’t really had much knowledge of it til just now. Thanks angel x

[@Samavery999]

I finished reading the book on a bus and openly sobbed for the remainder of my ride

[@essisaloheimo3700]

I would love more videos like this! I love period movies but I don't have a lot of knowledge on the costumes so this was very interesting to watch, also the colour theory stuff is also so great because I don't really know colours precieved meanings but I'm a very visual person especially with color so it's neat to learn about that as well :)

[@chillingsnowflake]

I found your channel today, proceeded to binge all your videos, and I think I have a new favorite KZbin channel! Absolutely love your commentary and personal style!

[@nedayusufi3884]

this movie should have won all the oscars to be fair, spectacular performance from Saoirse, James and Keira. Also James's imposible blue eyes complement Keira's blue dress and Keira's brown eyes also complements James' soldier uniform. Also also, i will never forgive Briony quoting James McAvoy "so i don't forgive her, may she burn in hell" :DDD

[@avar.9926]

Blue could also represent what Briony imagines happened between Robbie and Cecile by what she hears about or sees. Her eyes are blue and some scenes are focused on her eyes when she's watching the couple. Blue also prominently shows up in some of the scenes she's not in, causing me to believe that there are lot's of blue tones because of how she imagines Cecilia and Robbie in a situation that she was not in of just the two of them together, like when Cecilia and Robbie are in the city and Robbie's eyes are a piercing bright blue, where as Cecilia's nurse attire is also a powder blue (plus the scene looks to have blue hues and undertones. Also because Robbie is leaving for war, leaving the characters and audience left with generally hopeless and sad feelings for the couple, because blue is often seen as a sad color and because of the context of the situation.)

[@estersilva7804]

wow nice take!

[@avar.9926]

@@estersilva7804 thank you :)

[@phoebe8579]

this also fits great with the book which heavily stresses robbie’s green eyes

[@avar.9926]

@@phoebe8579 yeah!! I agree with that!

[@itsmealyssaaa]

this is my favorite movie of all time.. im so happy i found your video discussing the costume design which i havent really paid too much attention in the film before

[@meganiguess3913]

i LOVE your content. I’m blown away- i really appreciate all the thought and research that go into your videos. THANK YOU!!!

[@patriciabaylon1610]

Upon reading the comments, and leaning about the pain that comes with it . . . no thank you. I am not watching this alone. I will be overwhelmed. I can feel the love these two characters have for each other with just the short clips that you show. Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh my heart

[@hnnhplmr95]

Also in the nurse costume her eyes match his clothes and his eyes match her clothes? Unintentional or not I think that's really cool

[@wattle2394]

This is one of the most beautiful movies ever. I love it more and more - one of my favourites, too.

[@SCISSORSTOKILL]

Here after watching your avatar video. I really admire the work you put into your content. Content I didn't know I needed thank you

[@brandyloutherback9288]

Lola's outifit is mostly accurate to the 1930s. It has a pink floral print, a bow at the high collar, and high waist wide-leg pants.

[@dianal1679]

I discovered your channel a couple days ago and I've binged all your videos! If you were into it, I'd love to see you explore more historical clothing in movies like maybe Marie Antoinette or whichever movie tickles your fancy.

[@selty]

Okay, now I need to re-watch this and prepare for the heartbreak. You are fabulous! Subscribed!

[@leleprtk]

One of the most stunning movies ever made, I made the mistake of rewatching it and fully regretted it!!!! My full on sobs were NOT pretty! Unlike Cecilia’s stunning and iconic green dress

[@estersilva7804]

I just made that same mistake lol

[@jaelynxie5894]

I literally chose to study the Antonement costume design for my textiles assignment this brings back the memories🤣 I loveee the 1920s style💗

[@debadritagupta6364]

I saw this video on my suggestions last week, watched Atonement and here I am! Super excited for this video now❤️

[@emily-g]

you look amazing girl, love your style and your brows!

[@paigegrove1]

This was such a good video! I loved how researched it was and the clips you used and the pace! And your voice is great!

[@missmermaidens]

This was so well researched and well done!

[@stephaniesamuel9569]

Gorgeousness! I love your breakdown. Do more, please!

[@broadwaylvr03]

The part about her looking naked after coming out of the fountain is from the novel. A definite must read. The movie was a fantastic adaptation in my opinion.

[@shostacowich1496]

loved this analysis atonement always makes me feel sad and tormented 😢 ive never seen anyone cover this on youtube!! 🥰

[@dell9631]

I fucking love your channel oh my godddd I feel like this is the theraputic sit down deep divey conversation I have always needed in my life about film/culture/clothes. Thank you!!!! I have watched your whole channel almost in under a week. I'm still binging. I love your work~~! :3

[@kythefairy2029]

YES!!!!!!!! FINALLY!!!! Atonement does not get the attention it deserves in every single way🥺

[@onsrejeb6083]

When i tell this movie was my first and only heartbreak since i haven’t fallen in love yet, i found it one day on tv too many years ago and i watched it and that was the last i ever did cauz the emotions it brought out of me and the genuine pain, i was crying clutching my chest eyes transfixed on the screen hoping against all odds that that was not the end and that by some miracle the tragedy could be reversed. I was a mess when that movie ended sitting there with this deep sadness and regret mind still reeling on the events and to this day i still can not get over it or bring myself to watch it again. It was simply a heartbreaking masterpiece

[@romeblanchard3419]

The fact that Atonement and Little Women had the same costume designer is insane

[@lauralouwhooo]

Wat u don't like Uggs? 💀

[@senik64]

i never thought about how much costume design and color theory influence whole impression, wow!

[@IAMSAINTVEGAS]

Cecilia/Knightley is an icon in this one. I especially love coming back to the soundtrack of this film. Great analysis!

[@grrrohmy665]

i know nothing about fashion. fashion is such a fascinating/weird concept to me as i’m someone that has grown up (i’m 18 now still at home) with a very strict immigrant mother. therefore for almost all of my years so far she has had to approve of my outfits and sometimes even pick what i’m allowed to buy. and so i’ve never rlly been able to express myself the way i desire to with clothing bc ik it sont please her, (waiting for the day i move out). however, i love the movie atonement so much!!!! the cinematography, the acting, the music it’s wonderful!! and so this video came up on auto play after watching the fountain scene from this movie and i’m actually so happy to be watching this! i can see you have a passion or deep interest for fashion and film and seeing people passionate as someone who is a passionate person makes me so happy SKSKS LOL, you made this movie even more beautiful, i’m seeing things i’ve never seen before, the beauty and representation of timeframes and even things like mood and symbolism film. definitely subscribing!!

[@heathersaxton8118]

Absolutely love this typ of video, would love to see more on your favorite movies and tv shows. Also I love atonement but haven’t watched in probably ten years, rewatching it asap.

[@dariali1768]

Amazing video! So deep and informative, and you have the cutest laugh.

[@FrenchGrey]

please make a video on how do you research for the videos, you are so on point and always bring out the interesting conversations, one of my most beloved channels !

[@maya613]

Both the book and the movie are so good. The costumes are beautiful.

[@cabb1413]

Love. You should definitely do more videos on the subject.

[@orbitchjulia]

just found your channel!! we already know what im gonna do while i "watch" online classes lol

[@aclementine9928]

This made me want to rewatch the film and have a good cry

[@mearameow6142]

I was ten I when I saw this in theaters and it generally went over my head. This made me want to watch it again!

[@tajam4769]

Yes the dress haunts me. I want it lol. The color and the backless feature is everything.

[@tj-s6328]

Everything!

[@samgasteiger3111]

your videos are too good omg

[@dedyq9395]

soooooo soooooo happy u showed up in my recommendation

[@sarahofmars]

This is so wonderfully done and I haven’t even seen the movie.

[@rhia7883]

I love your videos!! I'd like to see a video on the costumes of the new little women film, it threw me full force back into my fashion and costume phase and i absolutely loved the costuming. But, in saying that, ive done research since watching it and i know it wasn't very historically accurate!

[@LittleL1001]

Love your videos! Very entertaining and informative. I hope you post more!

[@nataliakishimoto]

Please, do more!!! Love it

[@ryandusek9491]

Just found your channel! Absolutely obsessed!

[@rashmika9742]

My sister watched this video for her AP English class and loved your analysis ❤️

[@itsCecePerez]

I just went on a binge on all your videos💕

[@nemo5288]

Oh you have decided me on this movie :) Psst the blue might also be a modern sentiment and not based strictly on colour theory. My partner is a doctor and let me tell you, light blues are basically all that they wear. I would say that the colour's popularity in the medical workforce probably stemmed from both colour theory and outside factors - such as dye shortages or cost - but that the decision in the movie may have been more for modern day audiences so that we can more immediately identify that she is a nurse, whereas the use of lilac, while accurate, may have thrown test audiences off too much.

[@alicedadee2601]

thanks for posting this 💞✨

[@estersilva7804]

I just finished rewatching this movie after a long long time since my first watch. And man... I will need another 10 years. I'm broken.

[@canadey97]

Answer : THE GREEN DRESS

[@sanneottenhof2675]

This is one of my favourite movies. Such an interesting video!

[@rissareece5188]

PLEASE DO MORE!!!

[@cupcakewithouttheicing]

Is this really Mina's first video? Or is there something I've missed? If so, I cannot believe how much of a natural she is! What a legend

[@mokshasharma3321]

I really watched this movie and am now sobbing, what a roller-coaster :)

[@evelinapushkash6827]

Girl, this was a wonderful video, subscribed!

[@andreaestrella858]

Wow. Now I HAVE to see the movie

[@ernestinacarranza7392]

Can you please do the marvelous mrs maisel. I LOVE the outfits.

[@kirsten2415]

ur so pretty . love this video xx

[@aritampubolon9210]

love ur work