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The Star Maker

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"In the golden age of cinema, everyone dreams of becoming a star. One man promises to make all their dreams come true..."

Duration

1h 53m

Release

21 Sept 1995

Country

Italy

Language

Italian

Overview

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.

Plot

A photographer and the types of people he encounters.

Cast

Sergio CastellittoTiziana LodatoFranco Scaldati

Ratings

Internet Movie Database: 7.4/10Rotten Tomatoes: 75%

Details

Director

Giuseppe Tornatore

Writers

Giuseppe TornatoreFabio Rinaudo

Revenue

$371,674

Awards

Nominated for 1 Oscar. 13 wins & 16 nominations total

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