Seduced and Abandoned is a 2013 documentary film that follows the journey of actor Alec Baldwin and director James Toback as they attempt to secure financing for their next feature film during the Cannes Film Festival. The film provides a behind-the-scenes look at the glamor and politics of the film business, as well as the challenges faced by independent filmmakers trying to navigate their way through the industry.
Throughout the film, Baldwin and Toback navigate the intricacies of film financing, pitching their ideas to potential investors, and negotiating deals with producers and distributors. Along the way, they share their insights on the creative process, the role of money in film production, and the complex relationships between filmmakers, actors, and financiers.
In addition to Baldwin and Toback, the film features interviews with some of the biggest names in the film industry, including Martin Scorsese, Bernardo Bertolucci, Roman Polanski, Ryan Gosling, and Jessica Chastain. Through these interviews and behind-the-scenes footage, Seduced and Abandoned provides an inside look at the business of filmmaking, the struggles faced by independent filmmakers, and the glitz and glamour of one of the world's biggest film festivals.