The costume design in Matt Ross’s directorial debut is one of the most visually interesting elements of the film, from Ben’s red ‘clown suit’ through to Zaja’s gas mask and road kill hat. (It’s worth reading the New York Times’ interview with costume designer Courtney Hoffman here: Homespun Hippie or Backwoods Gucci?) From the outset, the Cash family’s abundant hair is a further visual indicator … Continue reading Some observations on hair in Captain Fantastic