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Train for Hollywood (1987)

  • 92 min
  • Comedy
  • imdb logo 6.2/10 (200 votes)

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Plot

After witnessing Marilyn Monroe's magnetic performance in "Some Like It Hot," a young woman catches the irresistible lure of the silver screen. Emulating Monroe's charm, she strides towards her dreams, auditioning at the Film Academy after high school. However, her crooked teeth become an unexpected obstacle, leading to her rejection. Undeterred, she finds herself selling beer on a train, her dreams temporarily derailed, but not shattered. During her journey, she pens heartfelt letters to Billy Wilder, eager to be a part of his cinematic world. A chance encounter at a train station introduces her to a would-be cinematographer, whose color blindness complicates his own Hollywood dream. Their shared aspirations bind them, creating a friendship that thrives on their Hollywood dreams. A quirky incident involving a goldfish trapped in a beer bottle presents an opportunity to make three wishes, not for herself, but for her friends. Much to her astonishment, the wishes come true, culminating in a long-awaited call from Billy Wilder himself. "Train for Hollywood" is a captivating tale of dreams, perseverance, and the unexpected turns life can take on the road to stardom.

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Train for Hollywood is a comedy movie featuring Katarzyna Figura and directed by Radosław Piwowarski.

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