Fashion designer Marc Jacobs and Anna Sui, a longtime friend, were two of the prominent figures celebrated at the premiere of Sofia Coppola’s new documentary, “Marc by Sofia.” The event took place amidst a gathering of stars, including Coppola’s social media-famous daughters, Romy and Cosima Croquette, who made a joyful entrance, greeting Jacobs and Sui with warmth. As Coppola joined them on the red carpet, her daughters, along with their father, Thomas Mars, enthusiastically captured the moment on video.
The evening featured heartfelt remarks from notable personalities such as Josh Hartnett, who shared his experiences working with Coppola. He praised her unique boldness, recalling how she persevered to establish herself in Hollywood by writing the script for “The Virgin Suicides” despite being an unknown figure at the time. Hartnett fondly remembered how Coppola even helped him trim his wig for the iconic film, emphasizing her hands-on approach as a director.
The atmosphere was lively as guests like Rose Byrne and Olivia Wilde mingled over cocktails, before moving to the museum’s candlelit staircases for the seated dinner and program. Elle Fanning, who first collaborated with Coppola at age 11, shared touching stories about how the director played a pivotal role in shaping her understanding of girlhood. Reflecting on their time spent in New Orleans while filming “The Beguiled,” Fanning underscored the impact Coppola had on her during a key moment in her life.
As the night unfolded, speeches from Bill Murray, Roman Coppola, and Jason Schwartzman added to the celebratory ambiance, while a pre-recorded tribute from Kirsten Dunst, one of Coppola’s long-time muses, delighted attendees. The event concluded with a surprise musical performance from Elvis Costello, an artist fondly revered by Sofia and her brother in their formative years, accompanied by delightful trays of petite fours circulating among the guests. The evening served not only as a cinematic tribute but as a testament to the lasting bonds and influences forged within the creative community.