Director: Stuart Heisler
Language
English
NMTW
55%
Mixed
Nominated for 1 Oscar. 1 nomination total
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Bette DavisMargaret Elliot -
Sterling HaydenJim Johannsen aka Barry Lester
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Natalie WoodGretchen
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Warner AndersonHarry Stone
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Minor WatsonJoe Morrison
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June TravisPhyllis Stone
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Paul FreesRichard Stanley
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Robert WarwickR.J. an Aging Actor at Party
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Barbara LawrenceBarbara Lawrence
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Fay BakerFaith
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Herb VigranRoy
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Marie BlakeThe Stones' Maid Annie (uncredited)
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Claire CarletonJailbird (uncredited)
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Marcia Mae JonesWaitress (uncredited)
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William H. O'BrienWaiter at Party (uncredited)
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Joe GilbertParty Guest (uncredited)
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Herschel GrahamParty Guest (uncredited)
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Sam HarrisParty Guest (uncredited)
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| Country: | USA |
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| Length: | 89 min |
Description:
Margaret Elliot, a seasoned actress, refuses to abandon her dream of acting, even as she ages. Her daughter Gretchen and friend Jim Johannsen worry about her, but Margaret remains determined to land a Hollywood role. This emotional journey challenges her strength and makes her face her own life. Johannsen, who has long loved Margaret, tries to warn her about the difficulties of fame and the need to accept her limits. The story explores ambition, love, and finding oneself, examining the complexities of relationships and the power of passion.
| Alternative title: | The Star |
| Release year: | 1952 |
| Language: | English |
| Awards: | 🏆 Nominated for 1 Oscar. 1 nomination total |
| Director: | Stuart Heisler |
| Type: | Movie |
| Sub-genres: | has been movie star past prime screen test |
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