The Star (1952)
The story of a woman...who thought she was a star so high in the sky no man could touch her!
Actress Margaret Elliot is well past her prime but refuses to retire from the acting business. Despite entreaties from both her daughter, Gretchen, and one-time professional colleague Jim Johannsen, Margaret remains convinced that she can regain her former glory. As she sets her sights on a coveted Hollywood role, Johannsen tries doggedly to get his unrequited love to see the folly of her ways.
Director: Stuart Heisler
Genre: Drama, Romance
Runtime: 89 min
Release Date: December 11, 1952
Cast
- Bette Davis - Margaret Elliot
- Sterling Hayden - Jim Johannsen aka Barry Lester
- Natalie Wood - Gretchen
- Warner Anderson - Harry Stone
- Minor Watson - Joe Morrison
- June Travis - Phyllis Stone
- Paul Frees - Richard Stanley
- Robert Warwick - R.J. an Aging Actor at Party
- Barbara Lawrence - Barbara Lawrence
- Fay Baker - Faith
Screenplay
- Dale Eunson (Screenplay)
- Katherine Albert (Screenplay)
Music: Victor Young
Cinematography: Ernest Laszlo
Production: Bert E. Friedlob Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
has been, movie star, screen test, past prime
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Star about?
- Actress Margaret Elliot is well past her prime but refuses to retire from the acting business. Despite entreaties from both her daughter, Gretchen, and one-time professional colleague Jim Johannsen, Margaret remains convinced that she can regain her former glory. As she sets her sights on a coveted Hollywood role, Johannsen tries doggedly to get his unrequited love to see the folly of her ways.
- Who directed The Star?
- The Star was directed by Stuart Heisler.
- Who stars in The Star?
- The Star stars Bette Davis, Sterling Hayden, Natalie Wood, Warner Anderson, Minor Watson, June Travis.
- How long is The Star?
- The Star has a runtime of 1h 29m (89 minutes).
- What genre is The Star?
- The Star is a Drama, Romance film.
- Where was The Star produced?
- The Star was produced in United States of America.