Starry Eyes

Starry Eyes

Year: 2014

Runtime: 98 min

Language: English

Directors: Dennis Widmyer, Kevin Kolsch

Horror

Driven by dreams of Hollywood stardom, Sarah Walker struggles with a dead-end job and constant rejection. When a mysterious film production promises her the role of a lifetime, she’s drawn into a captivating but unsettling world. As Sarah embraces this incredible opportunity, she finds herself caught in a disturbing situation that blurs the lines between her ambition and a terrifying reality, leading to a descent into beauty and horror.

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1

Sarah's Monotonous Life

Sarah Walker finds herself stuck in a dull routine, working at a fast-food restaurant and waiting for her acting career to take off. Her friends, including Erin, Tracy, and Danny, either compete against her or show little interest in her dreams, adding to her feelings of isolation.

Fast-Food Restaurant
2

The Audition Opportunity

Amidst her monotonous life, Sarah is presented with a golden opportunity to audition for Astraeus Pictures' film, *The Silver Scream*. Although hesitant and uncertain about her chances, she seizes the moment as a chance to break free from her stagnant existence.

Astraeus Pictures
3

The Indifferent Audition

At her audition, Sarah's performance is met with indifference from the casting director and their assistant. In a moment of raw frustration in the bathroom, she releases a primal scream that unexpectedly captures their attention, leading them to give her a second chance.

Audition Room
4

Bizarre Requests Begin

As the audition progresses, Sarah finds herself facing a series of increasingly strange and uncomfortable demands from the casting director. Despite her discomfort, she complies with their odd requests, including disrobing and entering a trance-like state.

Audition Room
5

Overwhelmed by the Audition

As Sarah delves deeper into the audition process, she begins to sense the unsettling details of her surroundings, including the casting director's pentagram necklace. The situation takes a dark turn when she is pressured into a compromising act, leading her to a breaking point.

Audition Room
6

The Decision to Leave

Unable to withstand the casting director's demands any longer, Sarah abruptly leaves the audition in a fit of panic. Determined to take control of her life, she quits her job and eagerly prepares for a second audition that comes almost immediately.

7

Surreal Second Audition

At her second audition, Sarah encounters a new set of surreal challenges that blend her perceptions of reality and fantasy. As the audition progresses, she begins to experience erratic behavior, indicating her mental state is rapidly deteriorating.

Astraeus Pictures
8

Breaking Point at the Pool Party

Sarah's sanity further unravels when she spots Danny and Erin at a pool party, feeling a profound sense of betrayal. This emotional turmoil drives her to seek solace from the producer, culminating in an encounter that marks a pivotal change in her life.

Pool Party
9

Descent into Hallucinations

Days turn into a blur for Sarah as she struggles with vivid hallucinations and the loss of her identity. Her physical form betrays her as her hair and nails fall out, symbolizing her spiritual decay and the loss of the vibrant person she once was.

10

The Horrific Purge

In a desperate attempt to regain control, Sarah retreats to the bathroom, experiencing a horrifying vision where she purges bloody maggots. This grotesque act marks a turning point, as she grapples with the consequences of her choices.

Bathroom
11

Confrontation with Erin

Haunted by her transformation, Sarah confronts Erin at her home, leading to a tense exchange about the lengths one must go for cinematic success. The confrontation escalates quickly, revealing the manipulative nature of their relationship and Sarah's dark turn.

Erin's Home
12

A Bloodbath Ensues

As Sarah's anger flares up, she succumbs to her violent instincts, resulting in a shocking bloodbath where she suffocates Erin with a plastic bag. The chaos doesn't stop at Erin; Danny's van outside is also caught in Sarah's frenzied rage as her inner turmoil spills over.

Erin's Home
13

Discovering the Dark Truth

Amidst the aftermath, Sarah uncovers the terrifying truth about Astraeus Pictures—a hidden cult that worships a demon named Astraeus. This revelation further entrenches her into a dark world she never anticipated, solidifying her transformation.

Astraeus Pictures
14

Ritual of Transformation

In a chilling ritual surrounded by candles and pentagram symbols, Sarah experiences a gruesome rebirth that represents her complete transformation. Emerging from the bloody membrane, she is left with a new, flawless appearance devoid of her previous identity.

Astraeus Pictures
15

Embracing the New Identity

Back in her apartment, Sarah claims the life of her friend Tracy, adopting the ominous gifts from Astraeus. Staring into the mirror, she watches her eyes ignite with an otherworldly green glow, symbolizing her rebirth and the dark path she has chosen.

Sarah's Apartment

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