A Star Is Born (1954)

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25/12/2005

BBC Two - A Star Is Born (1954)

Musical drama. A famous actor with a drink problem decides to help a budding young singer.

Musical drama in which a fading actor becomes involved with a young singer on her way up. Judy Garland was nominated for an Oscar for her role as the rising star.

Musical drama in which a famous actor with a drink problem decides to help a budding young singer after hearing her perform. He signs her up with a film studio, where she lands the lead role in a big musical. The two become close and later marry, but while her career continues to blossom, his takes a downward turn.

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