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Star 80

R1h 43m1983Bob Fosse
IMDb 6.8 · Rotten Tomatoes 81% · Metacritic 63
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"The price of stardom was more than she bargained for."

Paul Snider is a narcissistic, small time hustler who fancies himself a ladies man. His life changes when he meets Dorothy Stratten working behind the counter of a Dairy Queen. Under his guidance Dorothy grows to fame as a Playboy Playmate. But when Dorothy begins pursuing an acting career, the jealous Paul finds himself elbowed out of the picture by more famous men.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Star 80 (1983) about?

Paul Snider is a narcissistic, small time hustler who fancies himself a ladies man. His life changes when he meets Dorothy Stratten working behind the counter of a Dairy Queen. Under his guidance Dorothy grows to fame as a Playboy Playmate. But when Dorothy begins pursuing an acting career, the jealous Paul finds himself elbowed out of the picture by more famous men.

Who stars in Star 80?

Star 80 stars Mariel Hemingway (Dorothy Stratten), Eric Roberts (Paul Snider), Cliff Robertson (Hugh Hefner), Carroll Baker (Dorothy's Mum), Roger Rees (Aram Nicholas). The film was directed by Bob Fosse.

How long is Star 80?

Star 80 has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1983. It is rated R.

Is Star 80 worth watching?

Star 80 holds an IMDb rating of 6.8/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 81. Fans of Drama, Biography are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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