A Star Is Born

Norman Maine is a former matinee idol with a career in the early stages of decline. When he arrives intoxicated at a function at the Shrine Auditorium, the studio publicist Matt Libby attempts to keep him away from reporters. He urges Esther Blodgett to follow her dream and convince her she can break into movies. Esther is surprised that someone of Norman's stature sees something special in her. As Vicki's career continues to flourish, Norman finds himself unemployed and going downhill fast.