Project Runway - Season 5 (2009)

Synopsis: Set in Manhattan's Fashion District and hosted by supermodel Heidi Klum, PROJECT RUNWAY distinguishes itself from other reality shows by actually concentrating on talent. While other series may... Set in Manhattan's Fashion District and hosted by supermodel Heidi Klum, PROJECT RUNWAY distinguishes itself from other reality shows by actually concentrating on talent. While other series may claim to pick winners on the basis of merit, the decisions of who is eliminated often seem random, or ratings-driven at best. In contrast, PROJECT RUNWAY focuses on the art of fashion design, which requires each contestant to possess technical skills like sewing, draping, and pattern-making, as well as a mastery of design principles and an understanding of what sells. After a cast of aspiring designers is gathered in New York City, Klum, design mentor Tim Gunn, and expert judges (including Michael Kors) send them on various missions. Using the resources of their metropolitan surroundings, and slaving away at sewing machines at Parsons School of Design, each contestant does his or her best to create a wide range of outfits and fashion accessories in an intensely competitive atmosphere. For anyone with an interest in fashion design, the show is actually quite informative. And for anyone just looking to spend an hour being entertained, the series offers enough eccentric characters and drama-filled catfights to tickle any reality-show addict's fancy. Once again in season five, the runway is filled with clashing personalities and diverse styles while Natalie Portman, Ru Paul, Sandra Bernhard, and LL Cool J drop by as guest judges. This release contains every episode from the show's fifth season. [More]

Starring: Tim Gunn, Sandra Bernhard, RuPaul, Natalie Portman

Starring: Tim Gunn, Sandra Bernhard, RuPaul, Natalie Portman, LL Cool J