Gia (1998)

Gia is a 1998 American biographical drama television film that tells the story of Gia Carangi, one of the first supermodels. Gia Carangi is a stunning drop-out from Philadelphia who breaks through the locked doors of top modeling agent Wilhelmina Cooper when she first arrives in New York City. Gia's captivating charm and powerful libido quickly land her on the covers of America's best-selling magazines. But being loved by the whole world isn't the same as being loved by just one person - an unsatisfied longing that might lead Gia into dangerous places. And for a stunning lady, one mistake may spell an abrupt and terrifying downfall.

Gia received positive reviews from reviewers, garnering a 92 percent approval rating on review aggregate Rotten Tomatoes based on reviews from 13 critics. Kalamazoo Gazette commented: "Jolie gives it her all in a thoroughly uninhibited and highly effective portrait of a woman living from thrill to thrill."

Detailed Information:

Directed by: Michael Cristofer
Starring: Angelina Jolie, Faye Dunaway, Mercedes Ruehl, Elizabeth Mitchell

Original release: January 31, 1998

Running time: 120 minutes