A star is born [videorecording] / Selznick International Pictures ; screenplay by Dorothy Parker, Alan Campbell, Robert Carson ; directed by William A. Wellman ; produced by David O. Selznick.
Originally released as a motion picture in 1937. Based on a story by William A. Wellman and Robert Carson. "Authorized edition from the estate of David O. Selznick from the collection of George Eastman House."--Container. DVD release date: Feb. 7, 2012. "Mastered in HD from an original Technicolor nitrate 35mm print, preserved by George Eastman House Motion Picture Department"--Container. Special features: Original theatrical trailer; wardrobe test; gallery. Janet Gaynor, Fredric March, Adolphe Menjou, Andy Devine, Lionel Stander.
Summary:
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 alcoholic star Norman Maine, is given a shot at stardom, and is caught up in the Hollywood glamour machine. She and her idol Norman marry; but as her star rises, his comes crashing down.
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