Seduced and Abandoned
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Seduced and Abandoned

SEDUCED AND ABANDONED combines acting legend Alec Baldwin with director James Toback as they lead us on a troublesome and often hilarious journey of r...aising financing for their next feature film. Moving from director to financier to star actor, the two players provide us with a unique look behind the curtain at the world's biggest and most glamourous film festival, shining a light on the bitter-sweet relationship filmmakers have with Cannes and the film business. Featuring insights from directors Martin Scorsese, 'Bernando Bertolucci' and Roman Polanski; actors Ryan Gosling and Jessica Chastain and a host of film distribution luminaries. Show More

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SEDUCED AND ABANDONED is a captivating documentary that delves into the challenges and absurdities of the film financing process. Led by veteran actor Alec Baldwin and director James Toback, this film takes viewers on an entertaining and thought-provoking journey through the glamorous and cutthroat world of the Cannes Film Festival.

Baldwin and Toback share their personal experiences and frustrations as they navigate the intricate web of securing funding for their next feature film. From pitch meetings with potential investors to encounters with influential figures in the industry, they provide a unique insider's perspective on the often unpredictable and unreliable nature of film financing.

Along the way, the film features insightful interviews with renowned filmmakers such as Martin Scorsese, Bernardo Bertolucci, and Roman Polanski, who share their own experiences and opinions on the challenges faced by filmmakers in the industry. Additionally, actors Ryan Gosling and Jessica Chastain provide their perspectives on the complex relationship between actors and filmmakers.

With its mixture of humor, candid conversations, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes, SEDUCED AND ABANDONED offers an engaging and eye-opening exploration of the realities of the film business. This documentary shines a light on the often bitter-sweet relationship between filmmakers and the prestigious Cannes Film Festival, revealing the struggles and sacrifices that occur behind the glamour and glitz.

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