A documentary of legendary gay Italian designer Valentino Garavani, Valentino: The Last Emperor explores his extraordinary life and work over the past half-century, from his founding of the Valentino label to his dramatic exit from the company just last year. But the heart of the film is the unique relationship between Valentino and his longtime partner, in life and work, Giancarlo Giammetti. Avalon Theatre, 5612 Connecticut Ave. NW. Tickets are $10. Call 202-966-6000 or visit www.theavalon.org.