Janet Gaynor was at the top of her game with the almost Dickens' inspired name "Esther B...
A Star Is Born
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.
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A Star Is Born
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Apr 27, 1937
Runtime
1h 51m
Genres
Drama, Romance
User Score
71%
Original Title
A Star Is Born
Production Companies
Selznick International Pictures
Director
William A. Wellman
Budget
$1,200,000
Revenue
$2,370,000
Description
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.