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Synopsis Screewriter Joe Gillis met a faded film star Norma Desmond by chance. She initially employs him to edit her script for a movie for her 'comeback', but she soon falls hopelessly in love with him and persuades him to be her live-in lover. Eventually, Joe founds himself torn away from his old lifestyle and friendships. Meanwhile, Norma has proceeded with her plans for her return to the screen and visits Paramount studios to seek help. However, Joe collaborates in secret with young studio employee Betty Schaefer, and