Average Bufph Rating: 5.0 / 5.0
William Holden, Gloria Swanson, Erich von Stroheim
1950
A screenwriter develops a dangerous relationship with a faded film star determined to make a triumphant return.
A haunting exploration of fame and the shadows it casts, 'Sunset Boulevard' is a cinematic tour de force. William Holden's portrayal of Joe Gillis is both compelling and tragic, while Gloria Swanson's Norma Desmond is a masterclass in the allure of the past. The film's atmospheric tension and the interplay of light and shadow create a world where dreams and reality blur, a testament to the era's cinematic magic.
