A buzzing retail empire of the 2000s imploded under accusations of toxic leadership and sexual harassment, as revealed in "Trainwreck: The Cult of American Apparel," premiering July 1 on Netflix.
The documentary, directed by Sally Rose Griffiths, chronicles how American Apparel transformed from a revolutionary fashion brand known for ethical manufacturing and provocative marketing into a cautionary tale of corporate culture gone wrong. The story unfolds through the perspectives of former employees who witnessed the company's dramatic rise and fall under CEO Dov Charney's leadership.
What started as an exciting workplace that attracted young idealistic staffers soon revealed its darker side. The film documents how Charney's management style began affecting company finances while multiple