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Bad Actress
Alyssa Rampart Pillage is a washed up TV queen whose career has been reduced to starring in commercials for her husband Bernie’s appliance empire. When their tree hugging daughter Topanga dies in a tragic golf ball accident, Bernie goes off the spiritual deep end and tries to give away their fortune with disastrous results. But what starts off as tragedy quickly turns into career re-invention for Alyssa. And as the body counts rises, so does her star.
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Plot Summary
A struggling actress who's never landed a major role gets her big break when she's hired to impersonate a famous movie star who has mysteriously disappeared. She must learn to act like the star she's impersonating, all while trying to discover what happened to the real actress.
Critical Reception
Bad Actress received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many pointing to a predictable plot and uneven performances. Audiences were similarly divided, with some finding the premise amusing while others found it to be a forgettable made-for-TV movie.
What Reviewers Say
The film's central premise of mistaken identity is mildly amusing but ultimately underdeveloped.
Performances are a mixed bag, with some actors managing to elevate the material while others struggle.
The plot often feels predictable, lacking the suspense or wit to truly engage the audience.
Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Bad Actress' are scarce, but those available suggest a generally lukewarm reception, with viewers finding it a watchable but ultimately unremarkable television film.
Fun Fact
The film was originally titled 'The Bad Actress' before being changed to 'Bad Actress' for its release.
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