by Robert Firsching
synopsis
Chris Munger directed this blaxploitation version of the popular skinflick Starlet! (1969). The story concerns Clara (Juanita Brown), an aspiring actress from the housing projects of Gary, Indiana, who goes to Hollywood in search of fame and fortune. Predictably, she is robbed, betrayed, and must hit the casting couch before her dreams can come true. This entertaining sleaze romp features many familiar faces including Nicholas Worth, Al Lewis, and Rockne Tarkington.
characteristics
- Rags-to-riches
- Search
- Star
- Poverty
- Narcotics
- Drugs
- Fame
- Famous
- Deprivation
