Movie

Celebrity

1998 · 113 min

A witty, neurotic stroll through fame and divorce, full of sharp dialogue and awkward encounters that amuse more than move.

Tagline: A funny look at people who will do anything to get famous... or stay famous.
Overview: The career and personal life of writer Lee are at a standstill, so he divorces his bashful wife, Robin, and dives into a new job as an entertainment journalist. His assignments take him to the swankiest corners of Manhattan, but as he jumps from one lavish party to another and engages in numerous empty romances, he starts to doubt the worth of his work. Meanwhile, top TV producer Tony falls for Robin and introduces her to the world of celebrity.
How it feels: Satirical, cynical, whimsical and melancholic. Measured and needs your attention.
About: Celebrity, identity, love, ambition
Content: Strong sexual content. Mild violence and language. No gore.
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Tone: satiricalstrength 2 of 3
cynicalstrength 2 of 3
whimsicalstrength 2 of 3
melancholicstrength 1 of 3
Pacing: measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention: engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Themes: celebrity
identity
love
ambition
betrayal
Places: big city
Era: contemporary
Audience: adult
Form: ensemble
Content intensity: Gore none
Language mild
Violence mild
Sex strong