This miniseries about the revolutionary fashion designer covers the highlights of his life and career. His unique story is beautifully brought to life by Ewan McGregor’s exceptional creation. The character wouldn’t be remotely likeable if it weren’t for McGregor’s ability to capture the designer’s haughty style and notable flaws with aplomb and gravity. Other strong performances come from Krysta Rodriguez as close friend Liza Minnelli and Gian Franco Rodriguez as his lover Victor Hugo. Interestingly, before Joel Schumacher became a famous film director, he spent his early career with Halston (played with depth by Rory Culkin). Since Ryan Murphy heads the writer/producer team, we’re rewarded with fabulous visuals, scandalous excess and emotional hardship. It’s also fun to look back at the glory days of Studio 54 and the New York scene from the period. The series certainly revels in the sensational aspects of Halston’s trajectory, and even if the personal aspects are less developed, McGregor’s performance is the series’ strongest asset. (Five one-hour episodes) 
(4 / 5)
