Tab Hunter Confidential
Tab Hunter Confidential

Tab Hunter Confidential

2015Movie91 minEnglish

Throughout the 1950s, Tab Hunter reigned as Hollywood’s ultimate male heartthrob. But throughout his years of stardom, Tab had a secret. Tab Hunter was gay, and spent his Hollywood years in a precarious closet that repeatedly threatened to implode and destroy him. Tab Hunter himself shares first hand, for the first time, what it was like to be a studio manufactured movie star during the Golden Age of Hollywood and the consequences of being someone totally different from his studio manufactured image.

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IMDb7.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes94%
Metacritic74/100
Google Users93%
Director: Jeffrey SchwarzGenres: Documentary, Biography

Plot Summary

This documentary delves into the life and career of Tab Hunter, a beloved Hollywood heartthrob of the 1950s and 60s. It explores his rise to fame, his struggles with his public image versus his private life, and his eventual embrace of his true self. The film features interviews with Hunter himself, as well as colleagues and friends who shed light on his complex journey.

Critical Reception

Tab Hunter Confidential was widely praised by critics for its intimate and honest portrayal of the actor's life. Reviewers lauded its sensitivity in handling Hunter's struggles with his identity and career in Hollywood's golden age. Audiences also responded positively, appreciating the nostalgic look at a classic film star and the courage of his personal revelations.

What Reviewers Say

  • An insightful and poignant look at a Hollywood icon.
  • Explores the complexities of fame, identity, and authenticity with grace.
  • A must-watch for fans of classic Hollywood and compelling biographies.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly loved the documentary, praising its honest and touching portrayal of Tab Hunter's life. Many appreciated the film's revelations about his personal struggles and his journey towards self-acceptance, finding it both inspiring and heartwarming. The film is consistently described as a fascinating and beautifully made tribute.

Awards & Accolades

Won multiple awards at various film festivals, including the Audience Award for Best Documentary at the Palm Springs International Film Festival.

Fun Fact

Tab Hunter's real name was Arthur Andrew Gelien; his mother gave him the surname "Hunter" after seeing a character in a book who was a "hunter of happiness."

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