
How do you define a star? No, not the luminous sphere of plasma, I’m talking about entertainment stars, and more specifically, movie stars. The term ‘rising star’ is often attached prematurely to any new talent that appears on the scene, without first considering what ingredients actually make said star. Is it potential? Is it having a few successful films underneath your belt? Is it the very essence of a persona? Is it a unique ability to command attention on screen, and to be able to transform into any part and character that needs to be played? Or is it all of these things and more?