Starstruck (1982)

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Star Struck is a light, frothy pop-culture musical comedy from Australia, where Jackie (Jo Kennedy) dreams of becoming a singing star and her cousin Angus (Ross O'Donovan) thinks he has what it takes to be a successful manager. After a spot at the hip club in town (wearing a kangaroo suit) fails to… More Star Struck is a light, frothy pop-culture musical comedy from Australia, where Jackie (Jo Kennedy) dreams of becoming a singing star and her cousin Angus (Ross O'Donovan) thinks he has what it takes to be a successful manager. After a spot at the hip club in town (wearing a kangaroo suit) fails to win Jackie any paying gigs, Angus enters her in a major talent competition to be held on New Year's Eve. If Jackie wins, her career is assured, and the $25,000 grand prize will help keep her parents' cafe open. But can Jackie stand the pressure? Will the band get it together in time? And will Angus ever get a girl? Star Struck plays like a mid-1980s "New Wave" variation on an old "Let's Put On A Show!" teenage musical, with tunes by Phil Judd and Tim Finn of the popular New Zealand band Split Enz. Keep your eyes peeled for a bit part played by Geoffrey Rush, 14 years before he would win an Oscar for his work in Shine. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi

Rating, Runtime: PG, 1 hr. 42 min.
Directed By: Gillian Armstrong
Genres: Musical & Performing Arts, Art House & International, Comedy, Cult Movies

In Theaters: Nov 10, 1982 Wide
On DVD: Jul 26, 2005

Critic Reviews

Fernando F. Croce, CinePassion
Flaky effervescence

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Steve K

A lot of fun, though a period of it's time. Catchy music will appeal to those who grew up in the 80's.
Dean M

Outrageous Aussie funny tale about a teen wannabe singer helped in her ambition by her 14-year-old cousin.
Donna D

I loved this cool Australian 80's movie. Very cheesy, but so funny and great. ;) One of my favorite 80's movies. ;) It's quite charming back in the day, and brings back some 80's memories. :)

Cast

            Jo Kennedy as Jackie Mullens

            Ross O'Donovan as Angus Mullens

            Pat Evison as Nana

            Margo Lee as Pearl

            Max Cullen as Reg

            Ned Lander as Robbie

            Melissa Jaffer (II) as Mrs. Booth

            John O'May as Terry Lambert

            Dennis Miller as Lou

            Norman Erskine as Hazza

            Buster Stiggs as On of the Swingers

            Brian Blain as Brewery Executive

            Carol Burns as Teacher

            Stuart Campbell as TV Director

            Kay Eklund as Wardrobe Lady

            Kaarin Fairfax (II) as Ice Cream Girl

            Ian Gilroy as One of The Swingers

            Lucky Grills as Brewery Truckdriver

            Syd Heylen as Pub Regular

            Dwayne Hillman as One of The Swingers

            Mark Little as Carl

            Katherine Romaine as Make-up Artist

            John Sheerin as Policeman

            Ian Spence as Spider

            Peter Davies as Timpany

            David Garfield as Aggresive Drunk

            Phil Judd as The Swinger

            Warren Lewis as Schoolboy 2

            Michael Moody as Rescue Ladderman

            Kerry McKay as Phil

            Geoffrey Rush as Floor Manager

            Rainee Skinner as Rock Photographer

            Pat Rooney as Bouncer
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Starstruck (1982)

Critic Reviews

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Steve K

Dean M

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