Hollywood Girl: The Peg Entwistle Story
Hollywood Girl: The Peg Entwistle Story

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Hollywood Girl: The Peg Entwistle Story

2017
Movie
32 min
English

An imagination of the last day of Peg Entwistle's life. An actress who, in the midst of the Great Depression, and on the verge of her own career breakthrough, leapt off the 'Hollywoodland' sign and into infamy.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Susan GriffithGenres: Documentary, Biography

Plot Summary

This documentary delves into the tragic life and mysterious death of Peg Entwistle, a young actress who captivated Broadway and Hollywood in the early 1930s. The film explores her rise to fame, her personal struggles, and the circumstances surrounding her fatal fall from the iconic Hollywoodland sign. It seeks to understand the pressures and realities faced by aspiring actresses during Hollywood's Golden Age.

Critical Reception

The documentary received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its sensitive portrayal of a tragic figure and its exploration of Hollywood's darker side. Some found the pacing slightly uneven, but the subject matter and Entwistle's story resonated with many.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its respectful and empathetic look at Peg Entwistle's life.

  • Offers a poignant glimpse into the harsh realities of early Hollywood.

  • The narrative effectively captures the allure and peril of the era.

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Fun Fact

The film extensively uses archival footage and interviews with historians and individuals connected to the story to piece together Peg Entwistle's life and the events leading up to her death.

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