Hermès presents "Hearts and Crafts" a film by Frédéric Laffont and Isabelle Dupuy-Chavanat

MANILA, Philippines - Celebrating this year’s annual theme of “Contemporary Artisan since 1837”, Hermès is delighted to present “Hearts and Crafts”, a film directed in 2011 by Frédéric Laffont and Isabelle Dupuy-Chavanat. The documentary pays homage to the artisans of the

numerous Hermès métiers. Isabelle Dupuy-Chavanat and Frédéric Laffont have captured the sounds of leather and crystal, the song of silk and metal, the words of the men and women and also their silences. In their cinematic testimonial, they brought together the sparks of life, enthusiasm, pride and passion, as each craftsperson assembles a handbag or a piece of jewellery. Step by step. Meticulously. With passion and respect, in the quest for excellence.