Welcome to Hollywood (1998)

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Synopsis of Welcome to Hollywood

Film director Adam Rifkin spoofs Hollywood's star machine in concocting this fictional "mockumentary" about a director (Rifkin playing himself) who wants to make a documentary film about a rising young star. Anton Markwell (Tony Markes, who co-directed the film) is the object of Rifkin's inquiring camera. Rifkin, fancying himself a star-maker, advises Markwell to change his name to Nick Decker. Decker is actually the second choice for the project. Rifkin originally selects David Lake (David Andriole), but Lake signs a film contract and his studio won't cooperate with Rifkin's documentary. Rifkin has no better luck with Decker, until his protégé lands a guest role on the popular television series Baywatch. But while filming on the set, Decker steps on a sting ray and ends up in the hospital, ending his chance for quick notoriety. Meanwhile, Lake continues to beat out Decker for plum roles. ~ Michael Betzold, All Movie Guide

Theatrical Feature Running Time:

87 mins

Complete Cast of Welcome to Hollywood

Director(s):

Adam Rifkin, Tony Markes

Writer(s):

Shawn Ryan, Tony Markes

Producer(s):

Tony Markes, Zachary Matz

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