The Star Maker (1995)
In the golden age of cinema, everyone dreams of becoming a star. One man promises to make all their dreams come true...
In 1950s Sicily, con artist Joe Moretti does screen tests for the big studios, accepting money or favours for his efforts. A young illiterate novitiate named Beata desperately wants to change her life and falls for him; belatedly, he realizes his feelings for her. However, their love affair is doomed when he's arrested.
Director: Giuseppe Tornatore
Genre: Drama, Romance
Runtime: 113 min
Release Date: September 21, 1995
Cast
- Sergio Castellitto - Joe Morelli (Giuseppe Romolo)
- Tiziana Lodato - Beata
- Franco Scaldati - Brigadier Mastropaolo
- Leopoldo Trieste - Mute
- Leo Gullotta - Vito
- Clelia Rondinella - Anna's mother
- Salvatore Billa - Prince
- Jane Alexander - Princess
- Tony Sperandeo - 1st Badalamenti
- Tano Cimarosa - Grandpa Bordonaro
Screenplay
- Giuseppe Tornatore (Screenplay)
- Fabio Rinaudo (Screenplay)
- Giuseppe Tornatore (Story)
Music: Ennio Morricone
Cinematography: Dante Spinotti
Editing: Massimo Quaglia
Production: Cecchi Gori Group Tiger Cinematografica
Country: Italy
Language: Italiano
Box Office: $371,674
Original Language: it
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Star Maker about?
- In 1950s Sicily, con artist Joe Moretti does screen tests for the big studios, accepting money or favours for his efforts. A young illiterate novitiate named Beata desperately wants to change her life and falls for him; belatedly, he realizes his feelings for her. However, their love affair is doomed when he's arrested.
- Who directed The Star Maker?
- The Star Maker was directed by Giuseppe Tornatore.
- Who stars in The Star Maker?
- The Star Maker stars Sergio Castellitto, Tiziana Lodato, Franco Scaldati, Leopoldo Trieste, Leo Gullotta, Clelia Rondinella.
- How long is The Star Maker?
- The Star Maker has a runtime of 1h 53m (113 minutes).
- What genre is The Star Maker?
- The Star Maker is a Drama, Romance film.
- How much did The Star Maker gross?
- The Star Maker grossed $371,674 worldwide.
- Where was The Star Maker produced?
- The Star Maker was produced in Italy.