Screenspiration: Tom Ford's A Single Man

Last night's trip to the movies was to see Tom Ford's inaugural fling with filmmaking, A Single Man, based on Christopher Isherwood's 1964 novel of the same name. 

The plot is centered around George (Colin Firth), a gay English professor, unable to get over the untimely death of his partner. After living for almost a year without Jim (who is played by the delicious Matthew Goode), George has decided to commit suicide, but first must say goodbye to his best friend Charlotte (Julian Moore) at their dinner date. 

Ford kidnaps the audience to his hauntingly beautiful Southern California suburban landscape and, although at first it can seem overwhelming, by the end it is apparent the tight shots and prolonged montages are to underscore how a man on the brink of death becomes overly aware of the world around him.  

 Ford, who co-wrote, co-produced and directed the film, put on an impeccably beautiful show; just like any runway show or print ad of his, Ford's classic, modern American point of view translated seamlessly to the screen. Although not a perfect film, you can't stop thinking about it, largely in part to the incredible styling. 

Awards and nominations for A Single Man are already coming in, in spades: Colin Firth won The Austin Film Critics award for Best Actor and has been nominated for a Golden Globe award and Indie Spirit Award along with Ford.

It will be hard for Penelope Cruz and company to beat out Julianne Moore this award season for Best Supporting Actress. Moore stole all of her scenes as the gin-dependent "Charley" who is also tormented by her love for George who, though she briefly dated, was unable to make him fall in love with her.

From the Tom Ford suits to the upholstered heard boards and Moore's messy "cat eye" this film exudes vintage style, which we are seriously into for the new decade. Here are some pieces from The Well Appointed House to bring that high style into your home.

This Polyvore Set is inspired by George's modern decor inside of his glass 1960's home.

George's Inspiration Room by gkatz on Polyvore.com

Items in this set:
WellAppointedHouse. Jonathan Adler Bond Desk, $2,750
WellAppointedHouse. Jonathan Adler Bond End Table, $1,250
Library Wing Chair, $2,998
WellAppointedHouse. Jonathan Adler Walnut Bed, $4,000
WellAppointedHouse. Heroic Torso Sculpture in Marble Finish, $1,137

The decor throughout was dark with a lot of wood and not a great deal of fabric or prints.  Charlotte's house on the other hand was overflowing with prints and colors and a sprinkling of chinoiserie accent pieces.

Charly's Room Inspiration by gkatz on Polyvore.com

Items in this set:
shu uemura False Eyelashes Dazzling Diamante, $25
MAKE UP FOR EVER Lipstick Pearly Peach Pink 304, $19
Kat Von D Autograph Eyeliner Puro Amor, $16
TOM FORD BLACK ORCHID To Go 1 oz Eau de Parfum Spray, $60
Gucci by Gucci Eau de Toilette 6.7 oz Body Lotion, $48

A Single Man is not to be missed, and not just because it is visually stunning, but for its commentary on society in the sixties.

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