'In Vogue: The Editor's Eye' review

We get backstories on famous shoots -- the one with the Doberman that nearly sank its fangs into Christie Brinkley's ankle, or Liz Taylor nearly sinking hers into editor Jade Hobson during a clash of wills. Wintour provides historical context, and celebs like Nicole Kidman and Sarah Jessica Parker pop up. But the filmmakers seem to struggle to get past the sleek, chic surface. What fuels and frustrates these women? The closest we get to drama is with Mellen, who reveals "a certain loneliness to being a fashion editor" (Vreeland told her to buck up) and admits some displeasure with Vreeland's abrupt firing and the arrival of more service-oriented Grace Mirabella.

Still, the sumptuous fashion spreads are eye candy for fashionistas. And just as "The September Issue" made fiery redhead Grace Coddington a star, this doc's standout has got to be editor Hamish Bowles, who is at once articulate, amusing, candid, human even. And, oh, yeah, as charming as David Niven.

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GRADE B+