Thanks to Carol Burnett and Dolly Parton, New Life for a 1988 Film
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Thanks to Carol Burnett and Dolly Parton, New Life for a 1988 Film
Dolly Parton and Carol Burnett are two of the most beloved entertainers in the world. Their friendship spans decades, and they have collaborated on many projects, including the 1988 film Straight Talk . Straight Talk was a critical and commercial success, but it has since been largely forgotten. However, thanks to the efforts of Burnett and Parton, the film is getting a new lease on life. In Straight Talk, Parton stars as a small-town woman who becomes a radio talk show host. The film was directed by Jim Abrahams, who is known for his work on the Airplane! films. Straight Talk was praised for its humor, Parton's performance, and its message of empowerment. The film was a box office success, grossing over $50 million worldwide. However, Straight Talk has since been largely forgotten. This is likely due to the fact that it was released during a time when Parton was focusing on her music career. Additionally, the film was not released on home video until 2004. **In recent years, however, t…