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See Mick Rock’s Rare and Iconic ‘Rocky Horror’ Photos
Half a century has passed since The Rocky Horror Picture Show opened in theaters, only to close quickly and become a fixture of midnight screenings around the world and a bigger hit than anyone could have anticipated. The film has since become a signpost of the sexual revolution, thanks to its “Don’t dream it, be it” message of inclusivity, and characters like Tim Curry’s “sweet transvestite” Dr. Frank-N-Furter and the small-town squares played by Susan Sarandon and Barry Bostwick who become bisexual love maniacs, are now cinema icons. Part of the reason why they’re so memorable is the photography of Mick Rock. At the request of director Jim Sharman, Rock, who is best known now for his portraits of David Bowie, Queen, and Lou Reed, visited the set to shoot whatever he wanted. So Rocky Horror’s legacy wasn’t frozen into a series of flat production stills, like pretty much every other movie, but captured live and in motion, like a rock & roll photoshoot. Rock would pose the actors, capture candid “backstage” shots, and generally bond with the talent in an unusual way for a movie. Those photos are now the subject of a new book, Rocky Horror: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Cult Classic, which collects some of Rock’s most memorable shots from the film alongside rarely seen gems. The late photographer penned a foreword to the book, as did Richard O’Brien, who wrote the original play. Author Tim Mohr wrote a chronicle of the filming and collected observations from the film's many admirers, including Joan Jett, Billy Corgan, Elvira, and Courtney Love, among others. The gallery that follows includes many of Rock’s most striking photos along with quotes from the book.
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2025 Oscars Red Carpet: See Timothée Chalamet, Cynthia Erivo, More Stars' Stunning Looks
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2025 Golden Globes Red Carpet: Cynthia Erivo, Timothée Chalamet, Ariana Grande, and More Stars Shine
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2024 Emmy Awards Red Carpet: See Selena Gomez, Ayo Edebiri, More Rock Stunning Looks
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2024 Oscars Red Carpet: The Best Looks from Hollywood's Biggest Night
Hollywood’s biggest night is finally here — and the stars did not hold back when it came time to bring the fashion to the red carpet at the 2024 Academy Awards on Sunday night. From statement gowns to the classic and dapper, this year’s group of nominees closed out the 2024 awards season with a […]
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Kourtney and Travis, Issa Rae, Donald Glover Shine on Emmys Red Carpet
The 2023 Emmys have finally arrived — in 2024 (confusing, we know) — as the original Sept. 18 date was postponed due to the prolonged Hollywood strikes. Befitting the fashionably late adage, the four-months-into-a-new-year delay made for maximum stylish entrances on the red carpet on Monday, Jan. 15. Hosted by Anthony Anderson, the event is […]
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Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish, Margot Robbie Stun on 2024 Golden Globes Red Carpet
The Golden Globes returned on Sunday, Jan. 7 after last year’s move to a weekday and a boot from the airwaves in 2022. Hosted by comedian Jo Koy, the event’s 81st annual ceremony honors the best television series and films of the year alongside the greatest performances. On TV, Succession garnered the most nominations, while […]
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