Glitter
Glitter

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Glitter

1983
Movie
Adult · 18+
80 min
English

Following the death of his father, painfully shy David Preston finds himself pressed into duty as new chairman at the Glitter advertising agency. This is a task he's clearly not up to as brow-beating bitchy exec "MS." Benson can't resist pointing out when they first meet.

Insights

IMDb5.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes7%
Director: Tony ScottGenres: Drama, Music, Romance

Plot Summary

Billie Frank is an aspiring singer in the early 1980s determined to make it big in the music industry. She meets DJ Julian 'Dice' Diamond, a charismatic but troubled music producer, who helps her launch her career. As their professional relationship blossoms into a romance, they navigate the treacherous waters of fame, ambition, and addiction.

Critical Reception

Glitter was a critical and commercial failure upon its release. It was widely panned for its predictable plot, weak script, and poor performances, particularly from its lead. Despite Mariah Carey's star power, the film failed to resonate with audiences or critics, becoming a notorious box office bomb.

What Reviewers Say

  • Critically derided for its unoriginal storyline and perceived lack of depth.

  • Marred by what many considered a weak performance from its lead actress.

  • Seen as a generic and uninspired entry into the music-industry drama genre.

Google audience: Audience reception was largely negative, with many citing the film's clichés and Mariah Carey's performance as major drawbacks. It is often remembered as a commercial disappointment.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 11 Golden Raspberry Awards, including Worst Picture, Worst Director, and Worst Actress for Mariah Carey. It 'won' Worst Original Song for 'Hero' (though 'Hero' was from her album, not the film).

Fun Fact

Despite its release in 2001, the film is set in 1983, featuring period details that some critics found incongruous or poorly executed, contributing to its dated feel even at the time of release.

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