A MAN WITH SOLE: THE IMPACT OF KENNETH COLE

NYC PREMIERE In 1982, Kenneth Cole burst onto the American fashion scene. Unable to afford a traditional showroom during the New York Shoe Expo, the enterprising founder registered his footwear business as a film production, enabling him to sell thousands of pairs of shoes out of a trailer in midtown Manhattan. Cole’s unwavering determination fueled his company’s growth and his fierce commitment to social activism. This New York fashion icon measures success by his contribution to destigmatizing HIV/AIDS, advancing LGBTQ rights, and fighting for social justice. –Brandon Harrison

The first screening will be followed by a Q&A with Kenneth Cole and director/producer Dori Berinstein. 

This film contains the following accessibility options for viewers:
Closed Captioning for in-person screenings at IFC Center and Village East by Angelika

All in-person screening venues provide sound amplification headphones upon request with venue management. IFC Center can also provide a T-Coil loop for compatible devices.