Maps to the Stars 2014
"Eventually stars burn out."
In *Maps to the Stars (2014)*, David Cronenberg crafts a razor-sharp dissection of Hollywood's dark underbelly, where fame, family dysfunction, and past traumas collide in a high-octane drama.
Director: David Cronenberg
Cast
Julianne Moore
Havana Segrand
Mia Wasikowska
Agatha Weiss
Robert Pattinson
Jerome Fontana
John Cusack
Dr. Stafford Weiss
Evan Bird
Benjie Weiss
Olivia Williams
Cristina Weiss
Sarah Gadon
Clarice Taggart
Kiara Glasco
Cammy
Dawn Greenhalgh
Genie
Jonathan Watton
Sterl Carruth
Frequently Asked Questions
What is *Maps to the Stars* (2014) about?
The film follows a fractured Hollywood family whose members are consumed by ambition, resentment, and past traumas as they navigate the city's cutthroat entertainment industry. Their fragile equilibrium is shattered by the return of Agatha, a troubled young woman with a violent streak.
Who directed *Maps to the Stars*?
David Cronenberg, the acclaimed Canadian director known for his provocative and often body-horror-infused films like *Videodrome* and *A History of Violence*, helmed *Maps to the Stars*.
Who stars in *Maps to the Stars*?
The film features an all-star cast including Julianne Moore, Mia Wasikowska, Robert Pattinson, John Cusack, and Olivia Williams, with standout performances from child actor Evan Bird.
Is *Maps to the Stars* (2014) worth watching?
While it didn't receive a rating on IMDb, *Maps to the Stars* is a compelling watch for fans of psychological dramas and dark satires. Cronenberg's razor-edged direction and the stellar cast elevate its themes of fame and dysfunction, making it a thought-provoking, if unsettling, experience.
How long is *Maps to the Stars*?
The runtime for *Maps to the Stars* is 112 minutes.
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About Maps to the Stars (2014) — Cronenberg's dark satire of Hollywood's obsession with fame
In *Maps to the Stars (2014)*, David Cronenberg crafts a razor-sharp dissection of Hollywood's dark underbelly, where fame, family dysfunction, and past traumas collide in a high-octane drama. The film follows a troubled clan of Tinseltown elites—each clinging to their fading glamour or desperate for a breakthrough—as their carefully constructed lives spiral into chaos. Julianne Moore, Mia Wasikowska, and Robert Pattinson deliver powerhouse performances as characters trapped in cycles of self-destruction, their relationships fuelled by envy, obsession, and the ghosts of childhood wounds. With a pulsating, unsettling atmosphere, Cronenberg exposes the emptiness beneath the glitter, using a narrative that's as much about psychological decay as it is about the entertainment industry's hollow promises.
The arrival of Agatha, a scarred and volatile young woman with a history of arson, becomes the catalyst for the family's unraveling. Her presence cracks open long-buried secrets, revealing how their pursuit of fame has warped their humanity. Set against the neon glow of Los Angeles, *Maps to the Stars (2014)* is a chilling character study that feels both hyper-real and feverishly surreal, blending Cronenberg's signature provocations with a biting satire of celebrity culture.
