In 2001\u2019s \u201cZoolander,\u201d Ben Stiller delivered \u201cMagnum,\u201d the stunning facial expression of his fictional male model character, Derek Zoolander. Twenty-four years later, Stiller walked onstage at the Cinespia movie screening of \u201cZoolander\u201d to deliver that look again, shocking a crowd of fashion-lovers.<\/p>\n
On hot summer evenings at Hollywood Forever Cemetery, the final resting place of film icons such as David Lynch and Judy Garland, crowds of film fanatics crest the peaceful green hills with glittering outfits and lawn chairs in hand for Cinsepia. The 24-year-old screening series held at the cemetery is a tradition for some and a dazzling L.A. novelty for others. Nowhere else in the city could one snuggle up for a movie surrounded by a couple hundred fellow fans and also surrounded by several thousand star-studded grave sites.<\/p>\n
The \u201cZoolander\u201d screening, which happened on the breezy evening of Aug. 16, began with a lot of wigs. Curly, tall white wigs to channel the hilarious \u201cZoolander\u201d antagonist Mugatu (Will Ferrell), shaggy blond wigs to emulate Owen Wilson as Hansel, and obviously jet black coifs reminiscent of Derek Zoolander himself.<\/p>\n
Passing by a hefty, chiseled statue of Johnny Ramone mid-riff, a Mugatu-wigged man took off the tall hairpiece to reveal a bald head. \u201cPretend you didn\u2019t see that,\u201d he joked to laughing companions. \u201cActually, bald is so hot right now.\u201d<\/p>\n
With that Mugatu catchphrase and the readjustment of the wig, he excused himself to walk the runway, which was presided over by the DJ, Daisy O\u2019Dell, and the magnetic emcee Love Bailey. Bailey, a red-haired showgirl and artist with a crown of inflatable spikes, moaned, sang and gave wry remarks to each attendee that graced the runway. From her extravagant commentary came beauty. \u201cThat\u2019s what I love about fashion, it isn\u2019t about who you are or what you are, it\u2019s about serving a look \u2014 and anyone is welcome to serve a nasty look,\u201d Bailey said.<\/p>\n
Even those dressed for everyday comfort channeled the spirit of the movie, doing their best \u201cMagnum\u201d face as they gathered around charcuterie boards and pizzas in the warm sunset light on the lawn.<\/p>\n
Guests were also excited by the possibility of seeing their favorite movie alongside their favorite actor. Kirsten Dunst, Drew Barrymore and Paul Reubens have all crashed shows in the past. At this screening, there were whispers that a Zoolander actor might take the stage.<\/p>\n
As Love Bailey passed the microphone to Cinespia founder John Wyatt, he smiled furtively, diving into routine thanks and reminders of upcoming shows. Then, he cleared his throat and began an introduction. \u201cRight now, we\u2019d like to bring to the Cinespia stage a special guest. He\u2019s the co-writer of \u2018Zoolander\u2019 \u2026\u201d Mild cheers arose, one person yelled, \u201cWho is it?!\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cHe\u2019s also the co-producer of \u2018Zoolander,\u2019\u201d Wyatt said. \u201cHe directed \u2018Zoolander,\u2019 he\u2019s also the star of \u2018Zoolander.\u2019 Give it up!\u201d<\/p>\n
The cheers were deafening as Ben Stiller took the stage, sauntering in character as his model persona from 20 years ago. As he thanked the crowd in Derek Zoolander\u2019s slow voice and raised eyebrows, fans were inconsolable, screaming their hearts out with arms raised.<\/p>\n
\u201cThanks for coming, I hope you enjoy the movie with those dead people underneath you,\u201d Stiller said. \u201cJust relax and have a good time.\u201d<\/p>\n
The USC Trojan Marching Band took the stage, led by \u201cSeverance\u201d star Tramell Tillman. The moment was part surreal, part celebratory of Stiller\u2019s career, bridging the gap between his early cult classic with his latest directorial project.<\/p>\n
Stiller directed the band to play a \u201cZoolander\u201d-y song and the familiar sound of \u201cRelax,\u201d by Frankie Goes to Hollywood, the unofficial theme song of the film, rang out to dancing fans as a dramatic show-off between Tillman and Stiller ensued.<\/p>\n
Stepping offstage, Stiller spoke to Image about revisiting \u201cZoolander\u201d years later.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s so much fun, the fact that people still wanna see \u2018Zoolander\u2019 and to do it here in the heart of Hollywood,\u201d Stiller said. \u201cIt\u2019s something I never would\u2019ve thought about all those years ago when I worked on it. It\u2019s really special.\u201d<\/p>\n
In a night of cinematic fashion, memories and surprise, \u201cZoolander\u201d found a way to be unexpected all over again. We spoke with Cinespia attendees about channeling the iconic fashion film through their looks.<\/p>\n
Cindy Chanin <\/p>\n
\u201cYou haven\u2019t lived in L.A. or experienced L.A. if you haven\u2019t been to this. This is something that is so iconic and sacred to me. This is under the stars, Hollywood sign, palm trees. [There\u2019s] charcuterie, music, all-out looks and friends. It\u2019s for cinephiles, but there\u2019s something laid back and sophisticated about it. I travel a lot for work, but I will always come back in time to never miss a Cinespia screening. It\u2019s a celebration of life.\u201d<\/p>\n
Hon Hoang, Holly Hubbell and Travis Grant <\/p>\n
\u201cI remember when the movie came out, I was just a kid and I just thought it was hysterical. Will Ferrell, especially, played such an iconic role and it became a classic overnight. It\u2019s a type of comedy that they don\u2019t really make anymore, one that makes fun of [an industry] while honoring [it]. I wanted to channel that goofiness while looking good,\u201d Huang said.<\/p>\n
Victoria Goodhart <\/p>\n
\u201cI kept this jumpsuit I wore in the \u201870s, which I love to bring back when I can. Anybody that wants to express themselves in an artful way, no matter if it\u2019s grunge or streetstyle or a flapper, it\u2019s all bringing people together and relating to one another.\u201d<\/p>\n
Riese Lutz <\/p>\n
\u201cThis is an old Halloween costume I wore in Mexico City. My mother taught me at a very young age to express myself however I want. I would be the little child who wanted the beautiful princess dress. And my mom would say, \u2018Absolutely, let\u2019s at least find one in your size.\u2019 It was so beautiful and I wish that for everyone, being able to express yourself in a supportive environment.\u201d<\/p>\n
Chiara Issa <\/p>\n
\u201cFor me, fashion is putting together and combining pieces from different parts of my life and things that maybe you wouldn\u2019t think to put together. I had to rush out of the house, and I was like, \u2018What\u2019s my formula?\u2019 Mini skirt, T-shirt, and you always need some gold. My man is the founder of Cinespia, so I might be biased but I think it\u2019s one of the most iconic things L.A. has.\u201d<\/p>\n
Chloe Cus and Elodie Azoulay <\/p>\n
\u201c\u2018Zoolander\u2019 is very nostalgic for me, and my first idea of what the fashion world was like. It\u2019s the perfect opportunity to be a little over-the-top and wear glitter lipstick. We\u2019ve been \u2018Blue Steel\u2019-ing all night. My twin brother would make that face a lot and it would make my mom laugh. It was a family joke,\u201d Azoulay said.<\/p>\n
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Ben Stiller surprised fans at the Cinespia \u201cZoolander\u201d screening.<\/p>\n
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\u201cSeverance\u201d star Tramell Tillman made an appearance, leading the USC Trojan Marching Band into a rendition of \u201cRelax\u201d by Frankie Goes to Hollywood.<\/p>\n
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Derek Warburton and Anthony Keegan.<\/p>\n
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Tramell Tillman and Ben Stiller.<\/p>\n
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