The Star Maker
“In the golden age of cinema, everyone dreams of becoming a star. One man promises to make all their dreams come true...”
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Synopsis
In 1950s Sicily, con artist Joe Moretti does screen tests for the big studios, accepting money or favours for his efforts. A young illiterate novitiate named Beata desperately wants to change her life and falls for him; belatedly, he realizes his feelings for her. However, their love affair is doomed when he's arrested.
Cast
Sergio Castellitto·Joe Morelli (Giuseppe Romolo)
Tiziana Lodato·Beata
Franco Scaldati·Brigadier Mastropaolo
Leopoldo Trieste·Mute
Leo Gullotta·Vito
Clelia Rondinella·Anna's mother
Salvatore Billa·Prince
Jane Alexander·Princess
Tony Sperandeo·1st Badalamenti
Tano Cimarosa·Grandpa Bordonaro
Average shot length
8.4s per shot
Giuseppe Tornatore's career average is 5.6s across 10 measured films —see the full picture.