Actor Joller
Toomas Joller has been an actor for twenty years. Joller is popular and has been awarded the honorary title of People's Artist. But Joller's star is gradually fading. He becomes egoistic and self-centered, his performances remain superficial. An actor's internal combustion requires hot water, which Joller uses in abundance together with his friend, the comedy actor Ruts.
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Plot Summary
A lonely office worker climbs the corporate ladder by letting his superiors use his apartment for their extramarital affairs. However, his promotion prospects become complicated when he falls for the elevator operator, who is also the mistress of his boss.
Critical Reception
The Apartment was a critical and commercial success, widely praised for its sharp wit, poignant themes, and superb performances. It resonated with audiences for its blend of humor and pathos, becoming one of Billy Wilder's most acclaimed films and a landmark of mid-century cinema.
What Reviewers Say
- A brilliant blend of comedy and drama that is both hilarious and heartbreaking.
- Jack Lemmon delivers a career-defining performance as the downtrodden C.C. Baxter.
- Billy Wilder's masterful direction explores themes of corporate amorality and loneliness with sharp insight.
Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly loved 'The Apartment,' praising its clever writing, sharp social commentary, and the outstanding performances, particularly from Jack Lemmon. Many found the film to be both incredibly funny and deeply moving, appreciating its sophisticated handling of mature themes.
Awards & Accolades
Winner of 5 Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Original Screenplay. Also won 2 Golden Globe Awards and a BAFTA Award.
Fun Fact
The distinctive slanted office desks in the film were inspired by a real office building where Billy Wilder worked in his youth.
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