Curse of the Sunset Starlet

When panning for gold, the miner starts with a mix of material and sloshes it around in such a way that the important stuff remains in the pan. And while each viewer of this piece will find some "important stuff" remaining in their pan, each will likely pocket different treasures. For me, the incidental hobby of the central character was the axis around which the story turned. For some, surely the relationships between her and family will gravitate to the center of their pan. Others may find their nuggets in the story of the aging film queen.

The script treads the line between drama and melodrama adroitly; not indulgent and not aloof. It is a sweet reminder that behind the doors of ordinary folk, there are rich stories, not so epic yet much deserving of our attention. Magic happens most often in small ways. This is a view into the nooks of ordinary life where magic makes regular appearances.