Drama,Comedy,Romance
United States of America
The Real Blonde is a 1997 romantic comedy-drama film directed by Tom DiCillo. The film follows the lives of a group of young, struggling New Yorkers trying to make it in the entertainment industry.
Joe is an aspiring actor who is struggling to find work in the competitive world of acting. His girlfriend, Mary, works as a makeup artist but is also feeling unfulfilled in her career. They both navigate the ups and downs of life in New York City, including dealing with difficult auditions, competing with their friends for roles, and trying to maintain their relationship.
Meanwhile, Joe's best friend, Bob, is a successful talent agent who is obsessed with finding the perfect blonde to represent. He starts dating a model named Sahara, who fits the bill but is not as emotionally fulfilling as he hoped.
As the characters navigate their various struggles, they also confront issues of identity, self-worth, and the realities of the entertainment industry.
The film features an ensemble cast including Matthew Modine as Joe, Catherine Keener as Mary, Daryl Hannah as Sahara, and Maxwell Caulfield as Bob. It received mixed reviews upon its release but has since gained a cult following for its honest portrayal of life in the entertainment industry.
