DESPERATELY SEEKING SUSAN: How Madonna Went From Unknown to Superstar While Filming Her Feature Debut

Producer Sarah Pillsbury details the Superstar women both in front of and behind the screen who made1985's iconic film DESPERATELY SEEKING SUSAN. Taking a risk on newcomer Madonna, an emerging musician who would walk the streets of New York with a boombox on her shoulder, turned out to be a genius bet. "Like a Virgin" was released during production and Madonna suddenly became a superstar in need of security. Her newfound popularity and pairing her with the brilliant Rosanna Arquette made for movie magic as the film wowed audiences and critics alike at Cannes.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hollywood-gold--5670584/support.