The Kid Stays in the Picture (2002)

In the heart of Hollywood's glitz and glamour emerges the extraordinary tale of Robert Evans, a man who journeyed from being an aspiring actor to a legendary movie mogul. "The Kid Stays in the Picture" pulls back the velvet curtain, revealing the twisting narrative of Evans' intriguing life. His journey begins poolside at the iconic Beverly Hills Hotel in 1956, where his charm and good looks catch the eye of screen legend Norma Shearer. Plucked from obscurity by Shearer and Hollywood titan Darryl F. Zanuck, Evans dives headfirst into the film industry, initially as an actor. Despite his short-lived acting career, Evans discovers his true calling is not in front of the camera, but behind the scenes, orchestrating the grand spectacle of movie-making. At the tender age of 34, with no prior experience, Evans astonishingly becomes the chief of production at Paramount Pictures, transforming it from a lower tier studio into the king of Hollywood. His reign from 1966-1974 witnesses the birth of revolutionary films like "The Godfather," "Rosemary's Baby," "Love Story," "The Odd Couple," "Harold and Maude," and "Chinatown." His dazzling success, however, is not without its shadows. The 1980s see the golden boy of Hollywood tarnished by scandals, including a cocaine bust, implication in a high-profile murder, and the failure of several high-stakes films like "The Cotton Club." His personal life crumbles amidst a failed marriage to actress Ali MacGraw and a crippling bout of depression. Yet, true to his tenacious spirit, Evans refuses to fade into oblivion. Armed with a will of steel and a dash of luck, he rises from the ashes, embodying the resilient "kid" who always stays in the picture. This captivating documentary is narrated by Evans himself, lending a raw, personal touch to this tale of ambition, downfall, and redemption in the unforgiving limelight of Hollywood.

The Kid Stays in the Picture is a documentary movie featuring Robert Evans and directed by Brett Morgen.

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