Monday Night Movies “Sunset Boulevard” (1950)
Sunset Boulevard is a classic film noir that delves into the dark side of Hollywood fame and fantasy. The story is narrated by Joe Gillis, a struggling young screenwriter who, while evading repo men, accidentally winds up on the decaying estate of Norma Desmond, a forgotten silent film star living in delusional isolation with her devoted butler, Max. Believing her triumphant return to the screen is imminent, Norma ensnares Joe to edit her sprawling, unfilmable screenplay. As Joe becomes a kept man, trapped in a gilded cage of luxury and madness, he is both repulsed and seduced by her warped reality, leading to a tragic and unforgettable climax that exposes the brutal cost of discarded dreams.
Time: 6:00-8:00 pm EDT
Free!
