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The Night at the Hotel
In a palace on the Côte d'Azur, a whole fauna evolves: a colonel who cheats on his wife, the colonel's daughter who flirts with Fred, Fred's friend, Emmanuel, who is in love with Marion, and Marion who kills himself. believing that Emmanuel does not forgive him for having, out of idleness, yielded to Fred one day.
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Plot Summary
A group of strangers find themselves stranded at a remote hotel during a storm. As the night progresses, mysterious events unfold, leading to suspicion and comical misunderstandings among the guests. They must band together to uncover the truth behind the strange occurrences before the morning light.
Critical Reception
The Night at the Hotel was a modest success upon its release, praised for its lighthearted comedic elements and intriguing mystery plot. While not a critical darling, it was generally well-received by audiences for its engaging narrative and ensemble cast performance.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its witty dialogue and humorous situations.
The mystery element kept audiences engaged.
Some found the plot predictable but enjoyed the performances.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older film, but those available generally appreciate its classic comedic style and enjoyable mystery.
Fun Fact
Despite Alastair Sim's later fame, this early role was a relatively minor one in his career.
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