The Dark Side of Hollywood (1998)

This film offers a revealing look at the world behind Hollywood's low-budget movie scene. It’s a powerful story about how fleeting fame can be and the price of achieving stardom. B-movies have historically launched the careers of many famous actors, including Jack Nicholson and Sylvester Stallone, as well as directors like Francis Ford Coppola, Peter Bogdanovich, Ron Howard, and James Cameron. The film follows the journey of hopeful newcomers as they arrive in Hollywood and confront the difficult reality of breaking into the industry.