Starstruck
A modern musical comedy.
1982 · 1h 36m · PG
Comedy, Drama, Music
Directed by
Gillian Armstrong
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Starstruck
Overview
A Sydney teen tries to make it as a rock singer, with help from her odd 14-year-old cousin.
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