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Superstar: The Karen Carpenter Story (1987)

"The brand new… All new"

7.019870h 43mEN
DramaMusic

Directed by Todd Haynes

Rating

7.0/10

Runtime

0h 43m

Language

EN

Release

July 15, 1987

Director

Todd Haynes

Overview

The final 17 years of American singer and musician Karen Carpenter, performed almost entirely by modified Barbie dolls.

Cast

Merrill Gruver

Merrill Gruver

Karen (voice)

Michael Edwards

Michael Edwards

Richard (voice)

Melissa Brown

Melissa Brown

Mother (voice)

Rob LaBelle

Rob LaBelle

Dad / Mr. A&M (voice)

Cynthia Schneider

Cynthia Schneider

Dionne Warwick (voice)

Todd Haynes

Todd Haynes

Todd Donovan

Bruce Tuthill

Bruce Tuthill

Narrator (voice)

Gwen Kraus

Gwen Kraus

Narrator (voice)

Nannie Doyle

Nannie Doyle

Cherry Boone

Larry Kole

Larry Kole

Announcer

Joanne Barrett

Joanne Barrett

Self-Singer

Michele Manenti

Michele Manenti

Michelle Hoyt, Musician

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Superstar: The Karen Carpenter Story (1987), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The final 17 years of American singer and musician Karen Carpenter, performed almost entirely by modified Barbie dolls.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Superstar: The Karen Carpenter Story. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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