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We'll Take Manhattan 2012

★ 5.529 votes90 min📅 2012-01-26

Set against the electric backdrop of 1960s New York, *We'll Take Manhattan (2012)* directed by John McKay dives into the fiery romance between supermodel Jean Shrimpton and photographer David Bailey.

Director: John McKay

Cast

Karen Gillan
Karen Gillan
Jean Shrimpton
Aneurin Barnard
Aneurin Barnard
David Bailey
Frances Barber
Frances Barber
Diana Vreeland
Helen McCrory
Helen McCrory
Lady Clare Rendlesham
Fiona Button
Fiona Button
Lavinia
Anna Chancellor
Anna Chancellor
Lucie Clayton
Allan Corduner
Allan Corduner
Alex Liberman
Robert Glenister
Robert Glenister
Ted Shrimpton
Alex Jennings
Alex Jennings
John Parsons
Natasha Little
Natasha Little
Peggy Shrimpton

Frequently Asked Questions

What is We'll Take Manhattan (2012) about?

This drama follows the whirlwind romance between iconic 1960s supermodel Jean Shrimpton and groundbreaking photographer David Bailey during a landmark Vogue shoot in New York. Their passionate affair fuels creativity—and controversy—while their energy inadvertently molds the visual language of the decade.

Who directed We'll Take Manhattan?

John McKay directed this captivating drama, bringing a sharp eye for period detail and emotional intensity to the story.

Who stars in We'll Take Manhattan?

The film features Karen Gillan as Jean Shrimpton, Aneurin Barnard as David Bailey, and is joined by Frances Barber, Helen McCrory, and Anna Chancellor.

Is We'll Take Manhattan (2012) worth watching?

With its stylish portrayal of 1960s fashion and romance, *We'll Take Manhattan* offers more than just glamour—it's a visually rich exploration of art, identity, and youthful rebellion. While not a blockbuster, fans of period dramas and behind-the-scenes stories will find it engaging and atmospheric.

How long is We'll Take Manhattan?

The film runs for 90 minutes.

About We'll Take Manhattan (2012) — The Sixties' Most Explosive Fashion Love Story

Set against the electric backdrop of 1960s New York, *We'll Take Manhattan (2012)* directed by John McKay dives into the fiery romance between supermodel Jean Shrimpton and photographer David Bailey.

This drama recreates the legendary 1962 Vogue photoshoot that became a cultural earthquake—where youthful defiance collided with creative genius, shaping the decade's bold aesthetic. With a palpable electric charge in every frame, the film captures the heady rush of first love, artistic rebellion, and the intoxicating chaos that defined Swinging Sixties fashion and photography.