Content Warnings
- 🟡 50/100 Suggestive dialogue about relationships and implied affairs.
- 🟡 60/100 A character is seen in a revealing outfit, with some suggestive posing.
- 🟡 30/100 A character is seen drinking alcohol in a social setting.
- 🟡 40/100 Multiple characters are shown drinking alcohol at a party.
- 🔴 80/100 A character is shot, with some blood shown.
- 🔴 90/100 A character's dead body is shown, with some disturbing imagery.
- 🟢 20/100 Mild profanity used in dialogue.
- 🟢 20/100 Another instance of mild profanity.
Details for Sunset Blvd. (1950)
Who directed Sunset Blvd.?
Sunset Blvd. was directed by Billy Wilder.
What is the main plot of Sunset Blvd.?
Sunset Blvd. follows struggling screenwriter Joe Gillis (William Holden) who becomes entangled with faded silent film star Norma Desmond (Gloria Swanson) as she attempts a comeback, leading to a dark and tragic relationship.
Who plays Norma Desmond in Sunset Blvd.?
Norma Desmond is played by Gloria Swanson, a former silent film star in real life, which adds depth to her portrayal of the character.
What is the significance of the title Sunset Blvd.?
The title refers to Sunset Boulevard, a famous street in Los Angeles associated with Hollywood's glamour and decay, symbolizing the rise and fall of the film industry's stars, much like Norma Desmond's own story.
Is Sunset Blvd. considered a film noir?
Yes, Sunset Blvd. is often classified as a film noir due to its dark themes, cynical tone, and elements of crime and tragedy, though it also blends satire and drama.
