A Star Is Born
A Star Is Born

A Star Is Born

2018Movie136 minEnglish

Seasoned musician Jackson Maine discovers — and falls in love with — struggling artist Ally. She has just about given up on her dream to make it big as a singer — until Jack coaxes her into the spotlight. But even as Ally's career takes off, the personal side of their relationship is breaking down, as Jack fights an ongoing battle with his own internal demons.

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IMDb6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes90%
Metacritic71/100
Google Users86%
Director: Bradley CooperGenres: Drama, Music, Romance

Plot Summary

Talented but troubled musician Jackson Maine discovers Ally, a struggling artist with a captivating voice. As they fall in love, Jackson coaxes Ally into the spotlight, helping her achieve fame while he battles his own inner demons and addiction. Their relationship is tested by the pressures of her burgeoning career and his declining health.

Critical Reception

A Star Is Born was a critical and commercial success, praised for its performances, musical numbers, and emotional depth. Critics lauded Lady Gaga's acting debut and Bradley Cooper's directorial effort, though some found the story familiar.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually stunning and emotionally resonant performances from the leads.
  • Features powerful musical sequences that are both thrilling and heartbreaking.
  • A modern, yet classic, take on the enduring Hollywood tragedy.

Google audience: Audiences were deeply moved by the film's emotional story and the powerful chemistry between Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper. The music and performances were frequently highlighted as major strengths, contributing to a highly engaging and memorable cinematic experience.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 8 Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Actor, and Best Actress. Won Best Original Song for 'Shallow'. Also won a Golden Globe for Best Original Song and received numerous other nominations and awards.

Fun Fact

Lady Gaga wrote the song 'Shallow' with her co-stars Bradley Cooper and Andrew Wyatt, and Anthony Rossomando in just one afternoon in a recording studio, inspired by the film's narrative.

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Stephen Campbell

Stephen Campbell

_**A strong directorial debut**_ > _I always knew that I wanted to direct, but I also knew that I could only direct something that I had a point of view about, a story that I want to tell, something deep down. Some people said, why don't...
Gimly

Gimly

Lady Gaga clearly is (and has been for a very long time) a fantastic singer, and has made massive strides as an actor as well, but I **really** did not enjoy this. Bradley Cooper has clearly been studying at the Jeff Bridges' School of B...
Gimly

Gimly

Lady Gaga clearly is (and has been for a very long time) a fantastic singer, and has made massive strides as an actor as well, but I _really_ did not enjoy this. Bradley Cooper has clearly been studying at the Jeff Bridges' School of Bei...
cityguide

cityguide

It feels silly to even qualify this one. LADY GAGA. BRADLEY COOPER (who can sing and direct, apparently). You don’t even need to have any info about the plot to know that this a priority must-see. But, in case you’re wondering, it’s also...