
The Star (1952)
Drama, Romance
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.
Director: Stuart Heisler
The Cast

Bette Davis
Margaret Elliot

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)

Claire Carleton
Jailbird (uncredited)

Marcia Mae Jones
Waitress (uncredited)

William H. O'Brien
Waiter at Party (uncredited)

Joe Gilbert
Party Guest (uncredited)

Herschel Graham
Party Guest (uncredited)

Sam Harris
Party Guest (uncredited)
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