The Star (1952)

Once a dazzling star of Hollywood, the middle-aged Oscar-winning actress Margaret Elliot, affectionately known as Maggie to her inner circle, finds herself eclipsed by the fleeting brilliance of her past. She is caught in the relentless jaws of obscurity, her fame faded and wealth evaporated, leaving her penniless and desperate to reclaim her leading lady status. Maggie's life is a shattered mirror, reflecting a has-been movie queen clinging to the precipice of her erstwhile stardom. Haunted by her past glory and hounded by creditors, she finds herself at the mercy of her self-serving sister and brother-in-law, who view her as nothing more than their meal ticket. Divorced and sharing custody of her teenage daughter Gretchen, Maggie attempts to shield her from the harsh truths of her downfall. And yet, amidst her despair, a beacon of hope resurfaces in the form of Jim Johannsen, a former actor she once propelled to stardom, now content with his simple life as a boat parts supplier and mechanic. He re-enters her life in an attempt to help her reconcile with her current predicament and reinvent herself. But Maggie, stubborn and determined, yearns to reignite her fame on her own terms. She firmly believes that one perfect role can reignite her dying embers of stardom. When she receives a chance to screen test for a supporting part in a coveted film, she seizes it with both hands. Convinced that she can transform the character woman into a seductive ingénue, she steps onto the stage of her potential comeback, ready to risk everything for the elusive leading role that has slipped through her fingers for years. As she navigates the choppy waters of desperation and ambition, "The Star" (1952) unfolds the poignant tale of a woman battling against the tides of time and the ruthless world of Hollywood to reclaim her lost crown of stardom.

The Star is a drama movie featuring Bette Davis.

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