‘A Star Is Born’ Dazzles Critics

On Friday, “A Star Is Born” had its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival, and critics are raving about Bradley Cooper’s remake starring Lady Gaga.<br />SFgate reports that Gaga’s performance was lauded as “extraordinary,” while Cooper received praise for his role both in front of and behind the camera.<br />In the film, Cooper plays seasoned musician Jackson Maine who discovers struggling artist Ally, played by Gaga.