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Plaza Suite (1971)

"Plaza Suite. Through its portals pass the world's most mixed-up mortals."

6.119711h 54mEN
ComedyDramaRomance

Directed by Arthur Hiller

Rating

6.1/10

Runtime

1h 54m

Language

EN

Release

May 12, 1971

Director

Arthur Hiller

Official Trailer

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Overview

Film version of the Neil Simon play has three separate acts set in the same hotel suite in New York's Plaza Hotel with Walter Matthau in a triple role. In the first, Karen Nash tries to get her inattentive husband Sam's attention and help save their failing marriage. In the second, brash film produc...

Cast

Walter Matthau

Walter Matthau

Sam Nash / Jesse Kiplinger / Roy Hubley

Maureen Stapleton

Maureen Stapleton

Karen Nash

Barbara Harris

Barbara Harris

Muriel Tate

Lee Grant

Lee Grant

Norma Hubley

Louise Sorel

Louise Sorel

Miss McCormack

Dan Ferrone

Dan Ferrone

bellboy

Jose Ocasio

Jose Ocasio

room service waiter

Thomas Carey

Thomas Carey

Borden Eisler

Jenny Sullivan

Jenny Sullivan

Mimsey Hubley

Augusta Dabney

Augusta Dabney

Mrs. Eisler

Alan North

Alan North

Mr. Eisler

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Plaza Suite (1971), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Film version of the Neil Simon play has three separate acts set in the same hotel suite in New York's Plaza Hotel with Walter Matthau in a triple role. In the first, Karen Nash tries to get her inattentive husband Sam's attention and help save their failing marriage. In the second, brash film producer Jesse Kiplinger tries to seduce his former one-time flame Muriel. In the third, Roy Hubley and his wife Norma try and persuade their daughter, a bride to-be with cold feet, out of the bathroom before her approaching wedding ceremony.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Plaza Suite. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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