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Sunset Boulevard

NR19501h 50mBilly Wilder
IMDb 8.4 · Rotten Tomatoes 98% · Metacritic 94
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"A Hollywood Story: Sensational...Daring...Unforgettable...Sunset Blvd"

A hack screenwriter writes a screenplay for a former silent film star who has faded into Hollywood obscurity.

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New Year's EveJealousyLoss Of Sense Of RealityScreenwriterButlerDelusionDivaFilm NoirHollywoodLos Angeles, California

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Frequently asked questions

What is Sunset Boulevard (1950) about?

A hack screenwriter writes a screenplay for a former silent film star who has faded into Hollywood obscurity.

Who stars in Sunset Boulevard?

Sunset Boulevard stars William Holden (Joe Gillis), Gloria Swanson (Norma Desmond), Erich von Stroheim (Max von Mayerling), Nancy Olson (Betty Schaefer), Fred Clark (Sheldrake). The film was directed by Billy Wilder.

How long is Sunset Boulevard?

Sunset Boulevard has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1950. It is rated NR.

Is Sunset Boulevard worth watching?

Sunset Boulevard holds an IMDb rating of 8.4/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 98. Fans of Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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