Our Highland Hotel
Ayumi Aizawa is a lonely young man without a family. He works at Forest Hyde Press Hotel as a cleaner. His deceased grandfather Kenzaburo worked at the same hotel. When his grandfather worked at the Forest Hyde Press Hotel, the hotel was well known for its extreme hospitality. Now, the hotel is nothing more than an ordinary hotel. New manager Ryuuya Sawashiro then attempts to bring the hotel back to its glory days.
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Plot Summary
When a young, ambitious businesswoman inherits a run-down Scottish hotel, she faces an uphill battle to revive its fortunes. With a motley crew of loyal but eccentric staff and a community that is less than welcoming, she must navigate local traditions and her own inexperience to save the hotel from closure. The film follows her journey of transformation, both for the hotel and herself, as she learns the true meaning of hospitality and community.
Critical Reception
Our Highland Hotel received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its charming premise and the performances of its lead cast, particularly Alice Eve. However, some found the plot predictable and the humor a bit gentle. Audiences generally responded well to its feel-good nature and picturesque Scottish setting.
What Reviewers Say
- Appreciated for its lighthearted charm and scenic Scottish backdrop.
- Alice Eve's performance was frequently highlighted as a strong point.
- Some critics noted a predictable storyline and a lack of substantial comedic impact.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in and around the village of Inveraray on the shores of Loch Fyne in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, utilizing the historic Inveraray Castle as a stand-in for the hotel's exterior.
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