A German film is directed by Sean Baker and starring Dree Hemingway, Besedka Johnson as well as Boonee follows a couples of pals (21 year-old Jane and Sadie). Their friendship seems to be fallen apart when Jane finds out a hidden stash of money in Sadie's yard sale.
No amount of strong acting, however, can entirely compensate for the dramatic conveniences or every shrill appearance by Jane's cartoonishly despicable roommates.
The plotline is unpromising - young porn actress befriends crotchety old lady - and the setup is underwhelming. But stick with "Starlet," and you'll reap unexpected rewards.
Their friendship goes nowhere you might expect - Sadie doesn't teach Jane any hard-won life lessons, and Jane doesn't try to rekindle Sadie's lost youth. There are no montages here.