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The price of stardom was more than she bargained for.

R 1983 · 103 min · ★ 6.5 · Drama

Paul Snider is a narcissistic, small time hustler who fancies himself a ladies man. His life changes when he meets Dorothy Stratten working behind the counter of a Dairy Queen. Under his guidance Dorothy grows to fame as a Playboy Playmate. But when Dorothy begins pursuing an acting career, the jealous Paul finds himself elbowed out of the picture by more famous men.

Directed by Bob Fosse · Written by Bob Fosse

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Mariel Hemingway Dorothy Stratten
Eric Roberts Paul Snider
Cliff Robertson Hugh Hefner
Carroll Baker Dorothy's Mum
Roger Rees Aram Nicholas
David Clennon Martin "Geb" Gebber
Josh Mostel Private Detective
Lisa Gordon Eileen
Sidney Miller Nightclub Owner
Keith Hefner Photographer
Tina Willson Bobo Weller
Shelly Ingram Betty

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