A Star Is Born
1937
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 her idol Norman Maine, is sent for a screen test, and before long attains stardom as newly minted Vicki Lester. She and Norman marry, though his career soon dwindles to nothing due to his chronic alcoholism.
Director:
William A. Wellman, Jack Conway, Victor Fleming
Writers:
Dorothy Parker, Alan Campbell, Robert Carson
Awards:
Won 1 Oscar. 7 wins & 7 nominations total
Production:
N/A
Country:
United States
