Sunset Boulevard (1950) is one of the most iconic films in the history of world cinema, a haunting blend of film noir, psychological drama, and Hollywood satire. Directed by the legendary Billy Wilder, this timeless classic exposes the dark underbelly of fame, obsession, and forgotten stardom in the Golden Age of Hollywood. br br Set in Los Angeles, the film follows Joe Gillis (William Holden), a struggling screenwriter who stumbles into the decaying mansion of Norma Desmond (Gloria Swanson)—a faded silent-film star clinging desperately to her lost glory. What begins as a chance encounter spirals into a chilling tale of manipulation, illusion, and tragic downfall. br br Gloria Swanson delivers one of the greatest performances ever captured on screen, blurring the line between fiction and reality, as Norma Desmond mirrors the fate of many silent-era stars. Her iconic line— br 👉 “I am big. It’s the pictures that got small.” br has become immortal in cinematic history. br br With razor-sharp writing, unforgettable imagery, and a brutally honest portrayal of Hollywood’s cruelty, Sunset Boulevard remains an evergreen, must-watch classic that continues to dominate discussions on best movies of all time, classic Hollywood cinema, and film noir masterpieces. br br 🎭 Major Cast & Crew br br Gloria Swanson as Norma Desmond – A haunting, career-defining performance br br William Holden as Joe Gillis – The voice of cynicism and doomed ambition br br Erich von Stroheim as Max von Mayerling – Norma’s devoted but tragic caretaker br br Director: Billy Wilder br br Screenplay: Billy Wilder, Charles Brackett, D.M. Marshman Jr. br br Music: Franz Waxman br br Cinematography: John F.