Movies and TvShows featuring "actors-life" theme.

When George, a silent movie superstar, meets Peppy Miller, a dancer, sparks fly between the two. However, after the introduction of talking pictures, their fortunes change, affecting their dynamic.

Star! is a musical biopic that tells the story of a famous stage actress who rises to fame and battles personal and professional challenges. Set in the 1920s and 1930s in Manhattan, New York City, the film explores the actress's ambition, divorce, pregnancy, and struggles with alcoholism. It showcases her rise to stardom in the musical theater industry, her relationships with other performers, and her constant pursuit of fame.

The Long Firm is a miniseries set in 1960s London that tells the story of Harry Starks, a homosexual gangster who rises to power through the drug trade and other criminal activities. As his empire grows, he becomes entangled with corrupt politicians, drug dealers, and actors, all while navigating the complexities of his own personal life. The series explores themes of violence, revenge, and the struggles faced by the LGBTQ+ community during this time period.

Three young, struggling actors (played by three young, less-struggling actors) try to navigate the maze of agents, auditions and avarice that is Hollywood, frequently turning to their acting teacher for advice. As the title implies, the dialogue is mostly improvised, with situations based on the lives of the cast and creators.

The Last Movie Star is about an aging former movie star who reflects on his life and career. After receiving an invitation to a fictional film festival in Nashville, Tennessee, he decides to accept and embark on a journey of self-discovery. Along the way, he confronts his past, reconnects with his estranged sister, and comes to terms with his own mortality.

The challenging and spirited early life of cinema's first great comedic artist, Charlie Chaplin, is portrayed. The innately talented young Charlie must overcome a wayward life of poverty and familial chaos to reach the pinnacle of stardom.

The story of Tasmanian-born actor Errol Flynn whose short & flamboyant life, full of scandals, adventures, loves and excess was largely played out in front of the camera - either making movies or filling the newsreels and gossip magazines. Tragically he was dead from the effects of drugs and alcohol by the time he was only 50 & the myths live on. But there is another side of Flynn that is less well known - his ambitions to be a serious writer and newspaper correspondent, his documentary films and his interest in the Spanish Civil War and Castro's Cuba

A biographical documentary about the legendary actor Marlon Brando, exploring his complex relationships with his father and mother, as well as his rise to fame in Hollywood. The film also delves into his unique voice and his experiences as an actor.

Scarlet Diva follows the story of a rock star who navigates through the challenges of fame, relationships, drug addiction, and her journey to fulfill her dreams as an actress. Set in Los Angeles and Paris, it explores themes of sexuality, personal growth, and the dark side of the entertainment industry.

Esther Kahn is a young Jewish girl from London who is determined to become an actress in spite of her humble background and the challenges she faces. She explores her passion for acting by immersing herself in the world of Yiddish theater, while also dealing with personal struggles and societal pressures. As Esther navigates her way through the acting scene, she discovers her own identity and strives to overcome the barriers that stand in her path.

Blaze Starr is tired of performing the duties of a star. At a movie theater, she watches an advertisement for the Sunny Palms Lodge, only 30 miles from where she lives. She joins the place and finally can relax and enjoy nature as a newborn nudist. She drives her agent - who is also her fiancé - to distraction by ignoring scheduled "press functions" and spending her weekends at the nudist camp.

Life After Flash is a documentary that explores the making of the 1980 cult classic movie Flash Gordon and its lasting impact on pop culture. The film delves into the behind-the-scenes stories, interviews with the cast and crew, and the struggles and successes of the people involved. From the inspiration of the original comic book hero to the challenges faced during production, Life After Flash provides a comprehensive look at the creation and legacy of Flash Gordon.

Kidnappers making a ransom demand dial a wrong number and reach a struggling actor instead. He decides to cut himself in for some of the money.

A young actress in Paris becomes trapped in a world of fanatics, paparazzi, and privacy invasion as she navigates a complicated relationship with an older man. With her career and personal life hanging in the balance, she must confront the enigma of fame and the high price of success.

Sweethearts (1938) follows a married couple who are famous Broadway stars. When they receive a letter from Hollywood offering them a chance to star in a movie, their relationship gets tested. Amid jealousy, deception, and the price of fame, the couple navigates their way through a series of comedic mishaps.

A New York actress thinking of quitting the business is suddenly faced with opportunities.

Echo Park is a comedic drama set in Los Angeles, following the lives of a group of characters including a bodybuilder, bartender, actress, and singer. It explores themes of affection, disillusionment, and the price of fame.

Marisa feels that she is the supporting actress of her own life. She has no job, no projects, no prospects for the future. She looks away from her own life's downfall to become the rescuer of her best friend Mina, who is immersed in a desperate crisis after the break-up of her relationship with Salvador. When she tries to get help from other friends, she only finds more lives adrift. Then, some unexpected news breaks the difficult balance of her life, and Marisa can only find comfort in the city nightlife. She is ready to disappear, silent and quietly, like fading into black.

Being Michael Madsen is a satirical mockumentary that follows the life of actor Michael Madsen. The film parodies the showbiz industry and the challenges faced by celebrities, offering a comedic take on the struggles of an actor in Hollywood. Through a mix of interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, and fake documentary elements, the movie provides an entertaining and humorous look at Madsen's career and the world of filmmaking.