Bette Davis
Margaret Elliot
1952•1h 29m•Released•EN
The Star
“The story of a woman...who thought she was a star so high in the sky no man could touch her!”
Overview
Actress Margaret Elliot is well past her prime but refuses to retire from the acting business. Despite entreaties from both her daughter, Gretchen, and one-time professional colleague Jim Johannsen, Margaret remains convinced that she can regain her former glory. As she sets her sights on a coveted Hollywood role, Johannsen tries doggedly to get his unrequited love to see the folly of her ways.
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The Swinging Light
Movie Details
Release Date
December 11, 1952
Runtime
1h 29m
Rating
7.2 / 10
Votes
49
Budget
Not available
Revenue
Not available
Status
Released
Popularity
1.6
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Cast
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Sterling Hayden
Jim Johannsen aka Barry Lester
Natalie Wood
Gretchen
Warner Anderson
Harry Stone
Minor Watson
Joe Morrison
June Travis
Phyllis Stone
Paul Frees
Richard Stanley
Robert Warwick
R.J. an Aging Actor at Party
Barbara Lawrence
Barbara Lawrence
Fay Baker
Faith
Herb Vigran
Roy
Marie Blake
The Stones' Maid Annie (uncredited)
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