Child Star (film)
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Child Star is a 2024 American documentary film directed by American singer Demi Lovato and Nicola Marsh. The film centers on the subject of the tribulations of experiencing child stardom, fame, and working in the entertainment industry at a young age. It stars Lovato, Drew Barrymore, JoJo Siwa, Raven-Symoné, Christina Ricci, Kenan Thompson, and Alyson Stoner. It was produced by Kfir Goldberg, Michael D. Ratner, Miranda Sherman, and Lovato. The film was promoted by the release of the single "You'll Be OK, Kid", performed by Lovato.
Background and production
[edit]The production of Child Star, the American singer and actor Demi Lovato's directorial debut, was announced in March 2023.[1] In an interview with magazine Billboard in December 2023, Demi Lovato expressed her excitement for the project, and stated: "I'm having some deep and meaningful conversations with people that obviously were child stars previously".[2] On July 31, 2024, The Hollywood Reporter revealed the release date of the documentary, September 17, and the former child actors that would be appearing, including Drew Barrymore, Kenan Thompson, Christina Ricci, Raven-Symoné, JoJo Siwa and Lovato's Camp Rock co-star Alyson Stoner.[3][4] In a press statement about the film, Lovato said: "There is no better film or topic for my directorial debut than this story, which is close to home".[4]
Cast
[edit]- Demi Lovato
- Christina Ricci
- Raven-Symoné
- Alyson Stoner
- Drew Barrymore
- JoJo Siwa
- Kenan Thompson
- Dianna De La Garza
- Madison De La Garza
- Dallas Lovato
- Jordan Lutes "Jutes"
Promotion
[edit]In promotion of Child Star, Lovato released the single "You'll Be OK, Kid" on September 13, 2024, through Island Records.[5] The song was written and recorded exclusively for the film.[6]
References
[edit]- ^ Stone, Megan (March 17, 2023). "Demi Lovato to make directorial debut with documentary on child stardom". ABC News. Retrieved September 17, 2024.
- ^ Denis, Kyle (December 7, 2023). "Demi Lovato Talks Holiday Special, Upcoming 'Child Star' Documentary & New Music in 2024". Billboard. Retrieved September 17, 2024.
- ^ Rose, Lacey (July 31, 2024). "Demi Lovato Lines Up Drew Barrymore, JoJo Siwa, More for 'Child Star' Doc (Exclusive)". Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved September 17, 2024.
- ^ a b Aniftos, Rania (July 31, 2024). "Demi Lovato Recruits JoJo Siwa, Raven-Symoné & More for 'Child Star' Documentary". Billboard. Retrieved September 17, 2024.
- ^ Wilkes, Emma (September 14, 2024). "Listen to Demi Lovato's reflective new single, 'You'll Be OK, Kid'". NME. Retrieved September 17, 2024.
- ^ Zemler, Emily (September 13, 2024). "Demi Lovato Reassures Her Past Self on Single 'You'll Be OK, Kid'". Rolling Stone. Retrieved September 17, 2024.
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