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Norma Desmond & the Sunset Boulevard Cult



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Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood, California is one of Hollywood's most popular real-estate markets. This is largely due in part to the Norma Desmond estate and the celebrity cult. Continue reading to find out more about the legendary Hollywood actress and her influence on real estate. We'll also be discussing the Sunset Boulevard mansion as well as how to rent it. You'll also get a tour of the surrounding area and learn about its history.

Norma Desmond

Sunset Boulevard, Norma Desmond This is a classic movie noir. Desmond, a former silent movie star now lives in a huge house on Sunset Boulevard with Max, her dog. Despite her lack of screen time she hopes to be back in the spotlight. Her hope is fuelled by the letters she receives from fans, including the director Joe Gillis. Norma is a talented writer who plays the roles of several characters. Her character, Norma, is never completely understood. Her role is the central focus of the film, and Gloria Swanson is simply stunning as Norma.

Mansion owned by Norma Desmond

The ramshackle mansion of Norma Desmond on Sunset Boulevard is the ghost of a bygone era, a cocoon tucked away behind overgrown trees. It provides the perfect backdrop to a film about her doomed return. Gloria Swanson is Gloria Desmond, an actress who plays Norma Desmond. Joe Gillis, her husband, lives in the mansion. Joe is attracted towards a younger woman and cannot give up the luxurious life Desmond provides him. While he is unable to leave, he becomes murderous attracted to the woman.


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Norma Desmond's fame

This movie, which earned Norma Desmond her fame on Sunset Boulevard is about a white-dwarf starlet that believes she can be a big star for just one more picture. It was directed by Cecil B. DeMille, who was famous for directing films with Gloria Swanson. Swanson was a prominent silent-film star, but he never made the switch to talkies. Norma Desmond sees Queen Kelly, Swanson in the movie.

Norma Desmond's cult of celebrity

Sunset Boulevard is a dark, pessimistic take on Hollywood's stars. It explores the emptiness of stardom, the vanity of fame, and the transience of celebrity, all through the eyes of a female fatale. Gloria Swanson portrays the title character. This is a distorted representation of Norma Desmond. As a child, Desmond starred in a number of films, but was almost entirely forgotten and ignored by the studios.


Gloria Swanson's performance

Gloria Swanson, a sex icon as well as a fashion icon, made a name for herself in the early 20th-century with her performance in "Sunset Boulevard." However, despite her fame, she was forced to turn down a million dollar contract from Paramount in 1927. Instead, she accepted a part in United Artists' production company, which also featured Charles Chaplin (Mary Pickford) and D.W. Griffith.


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The Troubadour

The Troubadour, a nightclub in West Hollywood is located in California. Located at 9081 Santa Monica Boulevard, the nightclub is just east of Doheny Drive and Beverly Hills. The Troubadour features a variety of DJs and a large dance floor. The Troubadour is the perfect place to spend a relaxing evening with your friends or have a fun, energetic night with your girlfriends.


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FAQ

Is the Hollywood Walk of Fame still free?

Yes! You don't have to pay anything to visit the Hollywood Walk of Fame. If you plan to take photos at the Hollywood Walk Of Fame, you'll need a permit. The fee is $15 per person.

Bring a valid ID if your intention is to visit Hollywood Walk of Fame.

If you're under 18, you must be accompanied at all times by someone 21 or older.

You cannot enter the walkway until 10 am.

You may not be allowed to leave the walkway until you pay again once you're inside.

Cameras are not allowed in the walkway.


What is the difference between an independent film and a film in another language?

An independent film is usually made by a single filmmaker who makes his or her own decisions about everything.

On the other side, a foreign-language film is normally produced by an even larger production team.

They often hire actors, authors, and directors who are from other countries.

So that the dialogue sounds natural, they also employ professional translators.


Can I form my own distribution business?

No. It is illegal to legally run a distribution business without being a distributor.

Even though you may not be distributing other people's films, you still have to follow certain rules.

You can't, for example, charge different prices to different theaters. Also, you cannot charge different fees to different customers.

Other companies cannot also sell your services.


What is the cost of distributing a feature-length film?

Distribution deals typically cost $100,000 to $150,000.

The average cost per theater is around $10,000.

The average screen cost is about $5,000

If you have 100 screens, your distribution fee will be about $500,000.

Distributor fees of $50,000 would apply if there are ten screens.



Statistics

  • New York Times article stated that only 15% of the top films in 2013 had women in lead acting roles. (en.wikipedia.org)
  • If we translate this to a percentage, we get 28%, so let's be generous and say that ‘Hollywood studios' release about ⅓ of the movies released in the U.S. and Canada each year. (glitteratilobotomy.com)
  • This reflected no change from 2011 and only a 1% increase from 1998."[116]"9% of all directors. (en.wikipedia.org)
  • The percentage of black female characters went from 16 percent in 2017 to 21 percent in 2018. (en.wikipedia.org)
  • In 2019, that percentage increased to 40 percent. (en.wikipedia.org)



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How To

How to make reservations at Universal Studios Hollywood

Universal Studios Hollywood (USH) is one of the most popular theme parks in the world, located in Los Angeles County, California. MCA Inc. was the original founder of Universal Studios Hollywood (USH) in 1955. MCA Inc. owns the rights for the name "Universal". Since its opening, the park has seen many expansions. USH currently comprises five main areas, namely: CityWalk, Islands of Adventures, Studio Tours, Seusslanding, Studio Tours, Volcano Bay, Studio Tours, Seuss Landing and Studio Tours. Additional waterparks include Typhoon Lagoon (Wet 'n Wild) and Typhoon Lagoon (Typhoon Lagoon).

The park's attractions include rides such as E.T. The ExtraTERRORestrial Alien Encounter and Revenge of the Mummy are just a few of the attractions at the park. Rides! Soarin’ Around the World. There are also shows, including JAWS Alive!, Monsters University Spooky Stories, and the new Halloween Horror Nights. You will also find shops, restaurants, bars and nightclubs in the park.

How to book a reservation at Universal Hollywood

You'll see a selection of dates available and their prices after you choose your preferred date. You can choose any day and the ticket type you prefer. For example, if you want to go during the day, you can choose from the following options:

  • Day Pass – $99
  • Park Hopper Ticket - $199
  • VIP Tickets Starting at $299

If you decide to purchase tickets online, you will receive an email confirmation after placing your order. If you do NOT receive this confirmation within the 24 hour period, please contact customer service by phone at +1 (888) 560-4386. Or via email.

If you wish to purchase tickets online, please provide your full name and address as well as telephone number, credit card information, payment method, and phone number. Without knowing your full name, address and telephone number, we cannot accept orders over the telephone. Before we can process your order, please note that you may be required to verify your identity.

We reserve the right not to accept any transaction.

All fees associated to your reservation must be paid by you. After you confirm your order, your credit card will automatically be charged.

Only the ticket price will be charged to your credit card.

Note that not all attractions require guests with valid photo ID. Guests who don't have valid identification will not get admission to the attraction. Before visiting each attraction, please verify its operating hours.

All sales are final; no refunds or exchanges.

Tickets are non-refundable and cannot be transferred.

Universal reserves all rights to charge 50% or the full price for any scheduled visit if it falls on a holiday.

If your scheduled day passes are sold out, Universal reserves the right, but shall have no obligation, to offer you alternative day passes, subject to availability.

Universal does not guarantee that each ride will run continuously throughout the entire year. Some rides might be closed temporarily for maintenance or refurbishment.

Universal is not responsible in the event of lost or stolen articles. Lost items should be reported to Guest Relations at the appropriate location.

Guests below 18 years of age must be accompanied at all times by an adult (parent/guardian).




 



Norma Desmond & the Sunset Boulevard Cult