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The Star Eaters (2004): Cast

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The Star Eaters is a 2004 short film directed by Peggy Ahwesh, starring Lin Gathright, Jackie Smith and Aaron Diskin. It runs 24 minutes.

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The Star Eaters (2004) movie poster
Released
Runtime
24 min
Director
Peggy Ahwesh
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Star Eaters About?

The premise of The Star Eaters without spoilers.

A brief, unresolved exploration of women and gambling that examines the lure of risk, the contradictions of excess, and an attraction to failure. Set as a modern fairytale amid the ruins of a once‑glamorous Atlantic City, it offers a bittersweet, off‑season education by the sea.

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Cast & crew

The Star Eaters Cast

Lin Gathright leads the cast, with Jackie Smith and Aaron Diskin. Directed by Peggy Ahwesh; 6 actors are credited in all.

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More from Peggy Ahwesh

More films directed by Peggy Ahwesh: Nocturne, Trick Film, Strange Weather and Martina’s Playhouse.

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FAQ

The Star Eaters FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Star Eaters, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Star Eaters?

The Star Eaters runs 24 minutes.

When was The Star Eaters released?

The Star Eaters was released on February 1, 2004.

Who directed The Star Eaters?

The Star Eaters was directed by Peggy Ahwesh.

More films by Peggy Ahwesh

Who is in the cast of The Star Eaters?

The Star Eaters stars Lin Gathright, Jackie Smith and Aaron Diskin, among 6 credited actors.

Does The Star Eaters have a post-credit scene?

No. The Star Eaters has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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