Eric Roberts: ‘Star 80’

About this episode

Eric Roberts discusses the themes of obsession and moral decay in Bob Fosse's final film, 'Star 80'.

The star of Bob Fosse’s final film unpacks the obsession, ambition and moral rot behind one of Hollywood’s darkest true crimes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Guest: Eric Roberts

Topics covered

• true crime
• Hollywood
• film

Keywords

• obsession
• ambition
• moral rot

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Star 80

Books & works: Star 80

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