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Director and Director of Photography: Sean O'Sullivan

eva herzegova wearing a chopard necklaceHow are these marvels of diamonds, gold and gemstones that adorn the necks of stars and celebrities, conceived? Who are the designers? Where do they find inspiration? How are these exceptional jewels even made? Go behind-the-scenes with thirteen of the world’s most legendary jewellers: experience what goes into the design and creation of their most magnificent jewels, as well as the jewellery’s presentation at major events. Gain entry into the studios of the most secretive jewellery houses, watch as negotiations for the most beautiful diamonds unfold, and visit the workshops where experienced craftsmen manipulate metals, bending them every which way to create extraordinary pieces – some worth up to ten million dollars!

 

Film Info

Directors: Guillaume De Ginestel, Eric Ellena, Jane Lipman & Sean O’Sullivan
Director: Episode 4 The Jewellers of the Americas: Sean O'Sullivan
Director of Photography: Episode 3 and 4: Sean O'Sullivan
Co-Producers: French Connection Films, Quasar Multimedia, Current Affairs Hambrook Communications 
Year: 2013 
Length: 52 minutes x 4 episodes
Languages: English, French
Partners: The French Film Board (CNC), Media Programme (Europe), Friuli-Venezia Giulia Audiovisual Fund, The South African Department of Trade & Industry (DTI), The Gauteng Film Commission
Broadcasters: Stylia (France, Africa), Vosges Television (France), Sky Arts (Italy), Canal Plus (Poland) Film Info

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