This week we dive into A Star is Born (2018), Bradley Cooper’s stunning directorial debut and raw, immersive performance. Explore how the film’s music anchors and elevates the emotional core of the story. With care and authenticity, the film handles themes of addiction and suicide, offering a powerful, nuanced look at fame, love, and loss. Join me as I unpack why this modern classic still resonates so deeply.
I just want you to take another look at this film
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“Review: ‘A Star Is Born’ Brings Gorgeous Heartbreak - The New York Times.” The New York Times, October 3, 2018. https://www.nytimes.com/2018/10/03/movies/a-star-is-born-review-lady-gaga-bradley-cooper.html.
“A Star Is Born (2018).” Spotify, November 11, 2024. https://open.spotify.com/episode/7yrQu8uDzOstB6fJBOvOEm?go=1&sp_cid=6b42ac3f4dd2047051e7328ac22c8be4&utm_source=embed_player_p&utm_medium=desktop&nd=1&dlsi=60c00a094e9c4483.
“A Star Is Born - Movie Reviews.” Rotten Tomatoes. Accessed May 16, 2025. https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/a_star_is_born_2018/reviews.
A star is born. Warner Bros. entertainment, 2018.
Tallicero, Brian. “A Star Is Born Movie Review & Film Summary (2018).” Roger Ebert, October 5, 2018. https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/a-star-is-born-2018.
