Show Business 2016
"Like no business he knows."
Show Business (2016), directed by Alexander Tovar, follows a New York writer who relocates to Los Angeles with his fiancée to adapt a beloved children's book for Hollywood.
Director: Alexander Tovar
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Show Business (2016) about?
Show Business (2016) chronicles a New York author's move to Los Angeles to adapt a children's book for the screen, only to face ego clashes, creative burnout, and financial pressure. As his dream project unravels, he must choose between artistic integrity and a comfortable life—or risk losing both.
Who directed Show Business?
Show Business (2016) was directed by Alexander Tovar, who also stars in the film and brings a grounded, observational lens to its Hollywood satire.
Who stars in Show Business?
The film features Alexander Tovar in the lead role, alongside Amelia Meyers, Jillian Johnston, Robert Maffia, and Andrew Hawkes.
Is Show Business (2016) worth watching?
While Show Business (2016) isn't rated on IMDb, its genre-blending mix of comedy and drama—alongside its sharp critique of Hollywood egos—makes it a compelling watch for fans of character-driven indie films. It's a relatable, if uneven, ride through the pressures of creative work.
How long is Show Business?
Show Business (2016) has a runtime of 85 minutes.
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About Show Business (2016) — A writer's Hollywood nightmare in this sharp comedy-drama
Show Business (2016), directed by Alexander Tovar, follows a New York writer who relocates to Los Angeles with his fiancée to adapt a beloved children's book for Hollywood. What begins as a creative dream soon spirals into chaos as clashing visions, studio pressures, and personal strain collide. As the writer battles creative burnout and financial stress, he's forced to confront whether chasing success is worth sacrificing his happiness—or if mediocrity is the harder pill to swallow. Tovar crafts a sharply observed satire of Hollywood's absurdities, blending comedy and drama into a biting yet heartfelt exploration of ambition and compromise.
Starring Alexander Tovar alongside Amelia Meyers and Jillian Johnston, the film captures the highs and lows of the entertainment industry with raw authenticity. With its finger on the pulse of writerly desperation and cinematic ego, Show Business (2016) is a wry, fast-paced ride through the trenches of artistic creation—where the biggest fight isn't against the page, but the system holding the pen.