We got this film from the public library and wanted to see it a lot.

I regret to say that after a good opening, it became fairly tedious.

There were too many closeups of Lady Gaga, who I love as a performer, but who has shortcomings as an

actress. The main character conflicts between the stars were reiterated too many times. Cooper is an OK

actor but not convincing as an alcoholic.

Additionally the songs were pedestrian and not at all creative or interesting.

Finally, the sudden stardom of Ally is totally hokey, although the title implies her sudden fame.

It really could have been cut by a better editor by at least 30 minutes.

I'm sorry to say that I couldn't wait for it to end.