Movies and TvShows featuring "fame-seeking" theme.
A successful businesswoman in the music industry sees her life fall apart after a young and mysterious woman starts work as her secretary. The scheming girl is totally obsessed by the famous businesswoman and she tries to steal everything from her, including her career.
Jordan Belfort rises to become a wealthy stockbroker, living a life of indulgence and extravagance. However, his success is marred by crime, corruption, and the federal government's investigation. Based on a true story, this movie portrays the rise and fall of a man consumed by greed and the consequences he faces.
Haters Back Off is a comedy TV show that follows the journey of Miranda Sings, a fame-seeking YouTube star who believes she is destined for greatness. With her cringe-comedy style and over-the-top personality, Miranda creates viral videos in her quest to become a star, oblivious to the fact that her talent and self-awareness are severely lacking. The show explores the consequences of chasing fame and the impact it has on Miranda's relationships with her family and friends.
Jocelyn is desperate to reclaim her rightful title as the greatest and sexiest pop diva in America after a nervous breakdown disrupted her most recent tour after Tedros, a notorious nightclub entrepreneur, reignites her passions.
Ten years have passed since the Woodsboro Massacre. Sidney Prescott returns to her hometown as part of her book tour, but the brutal murders start again. As the town is thrown into chaos, Sidney, with the help of her friends, tries to uncover the identity of the killer. However, she soon realizes that the killer is closer to her than she ever imagined.
Fantasy Island is a mysterious island where guests can live out their wildest dreams. However, as the guests' fantasies start to become nightmares, they must solve the island's mystery in order to escape.
Hot Girls Wanted: Turned On is a documentary TV show that delves into the world of the adult film industry, focusing on the experiences and stories of those involved. It explores the themes of vanity, attention-seeking, and the price of fame. The show also delves into issues such as sexual freedom, abuse, and the impact of internet fame. Through interviews and personal narratives, it examines the choices and challenges faced by individuals in the adult film industry and their pursuit of fame.
Don't F**k with Cats: Hunting an Internet Killer is a true crime documentary TV show that follows a group of online sleuths as they embark on a mission to track down a man who posted a video of himself killing kittens. The investigation takes them on a thrilling and disturbing journey into the dark side of the internet, revealing the twisted mind behind the heinous acts.
Paterson is a bus driver in the city of Paterson, New Jersey. He leads a routine life, driving his bus each day and observing the city. In his free time, he writes poetry in a secret notebook. He also has a wife, Laura, who is an aspiring artist. Paterson finds inspiration from everyday life, such as eavesdropping on conversations and observing his surroundings. Throughout the week, he encounters various characters and experiences, including his bulldog, Marvin, and a broken-down bus. Paterson's mundane routine is contrasted with his ambitions as he aspires to be a renowned poet.
A naive young woman arrives in Hollywood to become a star, but after she gets drugged and raped during a shoot, she hardens quickly and catches the eye of a popular womanizing comedian who introduces her to his shady powerful agent.
A group of friends who enjoy playing pranks on people decide to prank call the wrong person. They soon find themselves trapped in a deadly game of cat and mouse as a mysterious stranger hunts them down and terrorizes them over the phone. With their lives on the line, they must find a way to escape before it's too late.
In Boone: The Bounty Hunter, a fame-seeking bounty hunter named Boone takes on the dangerous drug lord Ramiro Mendoza. As Boone's quest for fame intensifies, he finds himself in a high-stakes battle against criminals, risking his own life for the sake of justice.
Gentlemen Marry Brunettes follows the adventures of two sisters, Connie and Bonnie Likens, as they navigate love, marriage proposals, and show business in Paris. With the Eiffel Tower as their backdrop, the sisters find themselves in comedic situations involving stolen bottles of milk, fights, bicycles, and sidewalk cafes. Along the way, they experience the joys and challenges of romance, including kisses, twin beds, telephone calls, drinking, and ice cream. The film captures the vibrant spirit of the roaring twenties and showcases the Charleston dance, bow and arrow antics, and bread theft. Through it all, the sisters rely on their wit and charm to outsmart theatrical agents, while engaging in a romantic rivalry. Gentlemen Marry Brunettes is a delightful journey filled with singing, stage performances, and sisterly bonds.
I Knew Her Well is a drama film about an aspiring actress who moves to the big city in pursuit of fame. She faces exploitation, broken dreams, and loss of innocence as she tries to navigate the world of show business. Ultimately, she realizes the dark side of fame and the consequences of seeking stardom.
A slacker photographer in Venice Beach, California, pretends to be a policeman and becomes involved in a murder mystery. Along the way, he encounters eccentric characters, plays guitar, and dreams of fame.
After their mother's death, Richie Bravo returns from Italy to his childhood home in Austria, where he reunites with his brother. Together, they attend their mother's funeral and go their separate ways. One goes to Romania to start a new life, while the other pursues his old dream in Rimini. However, both brothers find themselves confronted by their past sooner or later.
Behind the scenes of Hollywood's low-budget movie industry. It is a powerful portrait of the fragility of fame and the cost of stardom. B-pictures have long been the spawning ground of today's and tomorrow's stars. They started the careers of Jack Nicholson and Sylvester Stallone among many others, as well as now super star directors Francis Ford Coppola, Peter Bogdanovich, Ron Howard and James Cameron. The film examines the evolution of starry-eyed newcomers arriving in Hollywood and discovering the harsh reality of getting into pictures.
After an unlikely casting onto a reality television show, 47-year old suburban telemarketer Ed Popil leaves his job to pursue a full-time entertainment industry career as his drag queen alter ego, 1960’s era housewife Mrs. Kasha Davis.
Small town girl Marcy comes to LA with stars in her eyes, thinking she can make it big on Search for a Star. Instead, with little money and no friends, she finds herself sleeping in her car. Things dramatically change when she meets Rose, living in a cardboard box, and Mort, a wheelchair-bound Gulf War veteran. After first fighting over territory, these three lost souls bond in friendship, protecting and supporting each other in a story that is at once profoundly funny, heart-warming and poignant.
The American Meme is a documentary that delves into the lives of social media influencers and explores the dark side of attaining celebrity status. It examines the lengths people go to attract attention and become famous, touching on themes of shallowness, objectification, and the pursuit of fame. The film also highlights the challenges and consequences that come with sudden fame and the soul-selling nature of the industry.