Lake Tahoe, 1969. Seven strangers, each one with a secret to bury, meet at El Royale, a decadent motel with a dark past. In the course of a fateful night, everyone will have one last shot at redemption.
In 1969, seven strangers, each with a secret they're hiding, meet at the rundown El Royale hotel, a former haven for rock stars and mobsters located on the border between California and Nevada. As the night unfolds, their carefully constructed facades begin to crumble, leading to a series of unexpected and violent confrontations.
Bad Times at the El Royale received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its stylish direction, ensemble cast, and ambitious narrative structure, though some found the plot convoluted.
Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's unique atmosphere, strong performances, and twisty plot. Some viewers found the narrative to be a bit too intricate, but the overall experience was largely enjoyed.
The El Royale hotel itself was a fully constructed set built on a soundstage, with specific elements designed to be moved and reconfigured to represent its location on the California-Nevada border.
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