The Star Maker(1995)
In the golden age of cinema, everyone dreams of becoming a star. One man promises to make all their dreams come true...
Synopsis
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.
Directed by Giuseppe Tornatore
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Cast
Sergio Castellitto
Joe Morelli (Giuseppe Romolo)
Tiziana Lodato
Beata
Franco Scaldati
Brigadier Mastropaolo
Leopoldo Trieste
Mute
Leo Gullotta
Vito
Clelia Rondinella
Anna's mother
Salvatore Billa
Prince
Jane Alexander
Princess
Tony Sperandeo
1st Badalamenti
Tano Cimarosa
Grandpa Bordonaro
Nicola Di Pinto
Communal Functionary
Domenico Gennaro
1st Mafioso (as Mimmo Gennaro)
Luigi Maria Burruano
Flirtatious Client
Antonella Attili
Nurse
Costantino Carrozza
The Collector
Carmelo Di Mazzarelli
Old Man in Wheelchair
Domenico Dolce
Peasant on Bus
Stefano Gabbana
Photographer
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When did The Star Maker come out?+
The Star Maker was released in 1995.
How long is The Star Maker?+
The Star Maker runs for 113 minutes (1 hour and 53 minutes).
Who directed The Star Maker?+
The Star Maker was directed by Giuseppe Tornatore.
Who stars in The Star Maker?+
The Star Maker stars Sergio Castellitto, Tiziana Lodato, Franco Scaldati, Leopoldo Trieste and Leo Gullotta.
Is The Star Maker worth watching?+
The Star Maker holds a 7.0/10 rating from 196 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of drama and romance.
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