Gia (1998) This HBO original film chronicles the meteoric rise and tragic fall of Gia Marie Carangi, who is widely considered the world’s first "supermodel." The Story: Set in the late 70s and early 80s, the film follows 17-year-old Gia as she moves from Philadelphia to New York City. Her raw, rebellious energy and "tomboy" aesthetic revolutionize the fashion industry. However, her intense loneliness and fear of abandonment lead her into a devastating spiral of heroin addiction. The story ends w