A Star Is Born (1937)
Description: Is the price of stardom a broken heart?
Esther Blodgett is just another starry-eyed farm kid trying to break into the movies. Waitressing at a Hollywood party, she catches the eye of her idol Norman Maine, is sent for a screen test, and before long attains stardom as newly minted Vicki Lester. She and Norman marry, though his career soon dwindles to nothing due to his chronic alcoholism.
Director: William A. Wellman
Producer: william a wellman
Content Rating:
User Reviews: Mostly Positive (base on 437 reviews)
Published Date: 2026-04-01 14:55:16
Genre:
Drama
Romance
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ray mccarey
A refreshing take on familiar themes.
joe tornatore
One of the better films I've watched in a while.
alan james
Weak pacing made it drag in several places.
melville w brown
The dialogue felt natural and well-written.
michael curtiz
Poorly executed with weak performances.
s roy luby
A refreshing take on familiar themes.
william k howard
Surprisingly impactful and heartfelt.
ray dennis steckler
Inconsistent tone that made it hard to follow.
robert florey
Great chemistry between the leads.
lewis allen
Great chemistry between the leads.
edward sedgwick
A satisfying ending that ties everything together.
george melford
Solid direction and a clear creative vision.
rowland v lee
A strong, engaging story from start to finish.
harry l fraser
An absolute masterpiece. Brilliant performances and direction.
carl pierson
An absolute masterpiece. Brilliant performances and direction.
herbert meyer
Amazing movie! A must-watch for everyone.
john florea
Surprisingly impactful and heartfelt.
james landis
Sharp editing that kept everything flowing smoothly.
ewing scott
The dialogue didn't feel natural.
laszlo benedek
A heartwarming story that stays with you long after the credits roll.