A Star Is Born
United States • 1937
Director
Synopsis
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.
Synopsis
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.
Credits
Crew
DirectorWilliam A. Wellman
CinematographerW. Howard Greene
ComposerMax Steiner
EditorJames E. Newcom
ProducerDavid O. Selznick
Cast
Janet Gaynoras Esther Blodgett / Vicki Lester
Fredric Marchas Norman Maine