Movies and TvShows featuring "hollywood-star" theme.

BoJack Horseman is a former sitcom star who is struggling with depression, addiction, and self-destructive behavior. Throughout the series, he tries to find meaning and happiness in an alternate world filled with talking animals and surreal situations.

After a car wreck on Mulholland Drive, a woman with amnesia and an aspiring actress embark on a surreal and mysterious adventure in search of clues and answers across Los Angeles.

Marilyn wasn't born Marilyn, she became it. This unique portrait reveals her in her own words: a lucid and determined woman, shifting image of the diktats that still define feminity.

In the 1980s, Andrew McCarthy was part of a young generation of actors who were set to take over Hollywood after a string of successful teen movies. However, when the New York magazine cover story in 1985 dubs them the Brat Pack, stars in the making suddenly find themselves losing control over the trajectory of their careers. Now, almost forty years later, McCarthy looks to reconnect with peers and co-stars so that together they can reflect on their respective legacies.

Uncover the enigmatic story behind Marilyn Monroe's death using exclusive unreleased interviews with her close associates. Dive into the mystery surrounding the iconic actress's untimely demise.

Centers around comedian Rob Schneider's real life while living in Hollywood.

Grace of Monaco is a biographical drama that follows the story of Grace Kelly, the Hollywood actress who became the Princess of Monaco after marrying Prince Rainier III. The movie explores her struggles adjusting to the royal life, her role in influencing international politics, and her efforts to save Monaco from a political crisis.

An American low-budget action film celebrated an unexpected worldwide success in 1988: "Bloodsport". With its, the world of film fans and martial arts cinema discovered a new idol: Jean-Claude Van Damme. In the 1970s there was Bruce Lee, but at the end of the 1980s a Belgian won the day. Van Damme was a karate master and had unparalleled strength and flexibility. For ten years he was one of Hollywood's hottest action stars. But excessive overconfidence and drugs bring him down again. At home in Europe he becomes a laughing stock on talk shows. Only with "JCVD" does he manage to get back on his feet, playing his character with perspective and self-irony, but without ever giving up the reputation that his action films brought him and which has been a cult for several generations. The highs and lows of his eventful life are told through archive footage and contributions from people close to the popular Belgian actor.

QT8: The First Eight is a documentary that takes a deep dive into the first eight films directed by Quentin Tarantino. It explores his rise to fame, his unique style of action filmmaking, and offers a retrospective look at his impact on the film industry. The documentary also delves into his collaborations with actors, actresses, and fellow directors, as well as the challenges he faced in the movie business.

In 2023, Kevin Spacey was acquitted of sexual offences against four men in a UK trial. This documentary investigates Spacey's conduct and talks to multiple men, unconnected to that case, about their experiences with Kevin Spacey, almost all of whom have never spoken before.

La Classe américaine is a comedy movie that parodies American cinema. It follows an actor overcoming various obstacles, including car accidents and assumed deaths, while exploring different styles and tackling topics like racism. With its self-righteousness and speaking nonsense, the film creates a hilarious and nonsensical atmosphere.

A look at the life and work of the iconic US actor Charlton Heston (1923-2008); the embodiment of many mythic heroes who was both a staunch defender of the Civil Rights movement during the sixties and a spokesman for the National Rifle Association in his later years. The extraordinary and controversial public and personal career of one of the greatest film personalities of all time.

The love story of pop icon Jennifer Lopez and movie star Ben Affleck began with a movie set meeting in 2002, then weaved to a Las Vegas altar 20 years later.

In his early days as an actor, Marlon Brando (1924-2004) was a shy young man with theatrical ambitions, like many others; but his charisma and superb acting skills made him truly unique, so that the doors to the starry sky of Hollywood opened for him. However, his peculiar manners, political commitment and complicated love life always overshadowed his artistic success.

Richard Pryor: Omit the Logic is a documentary film that traces the life and career of the iconic stand-up comedian, Richard Pryor. The film explores Pryor's childhood tragedies, drug addiction, and his rise to become one of the most influential figures in comedy. It also delves into his personal life, including his relationships and struggles with racism in the entertainment industry. Through interviews, archival footage, and personal recordings, the documentary offers an in-depth look into the life of this comedic genius.

A captivating documentary that tells the inspiring story of Steven Spielberg, one of the most influential and successful filmmakers in history. Through exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes footage, the film explores Spielberg's childhood, his early career, and his impact on the world of cinema.

Cantinflas (2014) is a biographical comedy-drama film that explores the life of the legendary Mexican actor and comedian, Cantinflas. The movie showcases his rise to fame, his struggles in the entertainment industry, and his impact on Mexican cinema. It also touches upon his relationships with famous personalities like Frank Sinatra, Marlon Brando, Diego Rivera, Charlie Chaplin, Marlene Dietrich, David Niven, Dolores del Rio, and Elizabeth Taylor. Overall, it is a heartwarming story that highlights the triumphs and tribulations of the beloved artist.

The portrait of the last cowboy Hollywood legend dives into the 65 years of an extraordinary career in Hollywood, highlighted iconic films like The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, as well as Million Dollar Baby, Mystic River and Gran Torino all the way to Cry Macho in 2021. It is no small task to cover more than 60 years of cinema history, especially when it is trying to surveyed with such breadth and diversity: TV star, international star, controversial icon, contested director, filmmaker with a capital F, Eastwood has been through it all, experienced it all, and it is first of all this romantic trajectory, this true American pastoral that the documentary wants to tell with all the passion it possibly can.

Audrey (2020) is a biographical documentary that explores the life and career of the iconic actress Audrey Hepburn. The film delves into her early years in the Netherlands, her rise to stardom in Hollywood, her humanitarian work with UNICEF, and her lasting impact on fashion and cinema. Through interviews, archival footage, and reenactments, audiences get a comprehensive portrait of this beloved artist.

The Barefoot Contessa tells the story of a dancer turned Hollywood star, who finds success, love, and tragedy along the way. As she navigates the glamorous world of showbiz, she becomes entangled in a web of deceit, murder, and betrayal. This gripping drama explores the dark side of fame and the sacrifices one must make to achieve it.