Battle of Shaker Heights, The
The winner of the second Project Greenlight screenwriting contest, THE BATTLE OF SHAKER HEIGHTS, is a uniquely funny p...
In the uproarious comedy "Bucky Larson: Born to Be a Star," Nick Swardson stars as the titular character, a small-town man with an unconventional dream of becoming a star in the adult film industry. With a naive charm and an infectious enthusiasm, Bucky leaves his mundane life behind after discovering that his parents were once adult film stars themselves. Determined to follow in their footsteps, he heads to Los Angeles, where he is met with a mix of skepticism and intrigue.
Bucky's journey is fueled by his relentless optimism, but the road to stardom is fraught with challenges. He encounters a colorful cast of characters along the way, including the alluring and determined Christina Ricci, who becomes his unexpected ally, and Stephen Dorff, a jaded industry veteran who doubts Bucky's potential. The film blends laugh-out-loud moments with heartfelt drama as Bucky navigates the pitfalls of fame and self-discovery.
With a tone that balances outrageous humor and genuine emotion, "Bucky Larson: Born to Be a Star" invites viewers to cheer for an underdog whose unyielding spirit proves that dreams can come true, even in the most unconventional ways.