It takes a legend... to make a star
Ali leaves behind a troubled life and follows her dreams to Los Angeles, where she lands a job as a cocktail waitress at the Burlesque Lounge, a once-majestic theater that houses an inspired musical revue. Vowing to perform there, she makes the leap from bar to stage, helping restore the club's former glory.
Marcus Gerber
The film's tagline is: "It takes a legend... to make a star"
With a budget of $55.0M, the film grossed $89.5M — a profit of $34.5M (63% ROI).
The runtime is 119 minutes (1h 59m).
The film was directed by Steve Antin.
The screenplay was written by Steve Antin.
The score was composed by Christophe Beck.
Cinematography was handled by Bojan Bazelli.
This title is listed on IMDb as tt1126591.
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Good
2,365 votes
Burlesque
Released
PG-13
English
United States of America
$55,000,000
$89,500,000
