Beloved Movie Star Redux
Stan Ridgeway · Other Songs - Stan Ridgeway
There's more than cold cream in your jar
When eyebrows arch and lips are dry
When you're alone at night, you cry
Stuntmen make you feel secure
Wrap you up in soft allure
Your key light's bright, your close-up's now
This picture could tank, but you'll make out somehow
Manhattan calls
Ignore Hong Kong
Directors ring
But you stand strong
Drink champagne
And celebrate
The critics call
And they think you're great
My beloved movie star
I have watched you from afar
So confident and glamorous
Yeah you make it look so easy to us
Your agent calls, it's not your week
It's a younger one that now they seek
You are the part, why don't they know
Remember Tallulah, Janet, and Garbo
Behind you now
See someone there
She looks like you
With blonder hair
A newer one
With a younger glow
So you just cry all night
In your bungalow
My beloved movie star
Now I know just where you are
Up on a hill, in the backseat of a car
You're my beloved movie star
Beloved Movie Star Redux
Stan Ridgeway's 'Beloved Movie Star Redux' stands as a quintessential example of his unique blend of folk rock and theatrical storytelling. Recorded during the height of his career, the track exemplifies his signature style, characterized by intricate guitar work and a narrative approach that often blends personal introspection with broader social commentary. While the song does not reference specific cinematic figures, its title and thematic resonance evoke the glamour and melancholy associated with Hollywood icons, a recurring motif in Ridgeway's discography. The recording captures the raw energy of his live performances, where he frequently incorporated improvisation and audience interaction, transforming standard songs into communal experiences. This piece remains a defining track in his catalog, showcasing his ability to craft memorable melodies that linger long after the final note fades.