The Million Dollar Hotel

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The Million Dollar Hotel

R

Released Feb 9, 2000

2h 2m

Drama

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"The Million Dollar Hotel" is a story of friendship, betrayal and the overwhelming power of unconditional love. A gang of unique outcasts and misfits live in a downtown Los Angeles fleapit, known locally as the Million Dollar Hotel. Their story is seen through the eyes of a lovesick innocent named Tom Tom (Jeremy Davies), who has fallen head over heels for the tarnished street angel Eloise (Milla Jovovich).

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Critics Consensus

Critics say the weirdness of The Million Dollar Hotel is more grating and pretentious than interesting. Also, it takes too long to get to the conclusion.

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Paul Tatara

CNN.com

Wenders is one of those previously coherent cult directors who's reached the point at which he thinks he's accomplishing something by horsing around with his friends.

Feb 5, 2018

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Bob Graham

San Francisco Chronicle

It is probably asking too much of this phantasmagoria that it make sense.

Rated: 2/4

Feb 23, 2001

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Geoff Pevere

Toronto Star

If you're looking for a defining Wenders image, try starting with the gloomy angels in overcoats in Wings Of Desire.

Feb 9, 2001

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Ellen MacKay

Common Sense Media

Self-indulgent and boring; mature teens only.

Rated: 1/5

Jan 1, 2011

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Jean-François Vandeuren

Panorama

Les amateurs de films se basant avant tout sur le dveloppement d'ambiances langoureuses seront conquis d'avance.

Rated: 8/10

Feb 12, 2006

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Emanuel Levy

EmanuelLevy.Com

Rated: 2/5

Jun 11, 2005

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Maciej J

It's one of the most beautiful movies I've ever seen though it is filled with sadness and despair. Or perhaps because of this. A movie that is poetry as well.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/07/25

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Robert L

The Million Dollar Hotel: A Diamond in the Rough, Marred by Critics' Ego Wim Wenders' 2000 film, The Million Dollar Hotel, is a mesmerizing tale of eccentricity and humanity, set against the backdrop of a dilapidated Los Angeles hotel. Despite its flaws, the film shines with a quirky charm, thanks to standout performances from Jeremy Davies and Milla Jovovich. Unfortunately, the film's unique beauty was lost on many critics, who chose to indulge in pompous grandstanding rather than genuine analysis. Their scathing reviews reeked of elitism, as they savaged the film's unconventional narrative and stylistic choices. In reality, The Million Dollar Hotel is a captivating, if imperfect, gem that defies easy categorization. It's a film that rewards patience and open-mindedness, offering a rich tapestry of characters and themes. Rating: 3 half /5 Recommendation: Ignore the naysayers and experience The Million Dollar Hotel for yourself. Its offbeat charm may just win you over.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

03/13/25

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Leon C

I’m sure there must be more people like me. I absolutely love this movie. I believe it’s one of the best love stories ever written. It saddens me that people can’t grasp the beauty of the pure love despite the cruelty of the world. Just enjoy the beautiful dream… 🥰

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/19/25

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Jelisije J

This is possibly the worst Mel Gibson film that you will see and I'll be happy if I never have to watch this film again.....its that bad.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

02/04/24

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Kyle J

An old inner city hotel full of loveable oddballs is the scene of a murder mystery whose detective is equally odd, but the script, the director, and the talented actors pull it off.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

01/29/24

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robert g

Pure crap. Has all the excitement of cow dung hardening on an overcast day. Too weird

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

08/14/23

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Synopsis

"The Million Dollar Hotel" is a story of friendship, betrayal and the overwhelming power of unconditional love. A gang of unique outcasts and misfits live in a downtown Los Angeles fleapit, known locally as the Million Dollar Hotel. Their story is seen through the eyes of a lovesick innocent named Tom Tom (Jeremy Davies), who has fallen head over heels for the tarnished street angel Eloise (Milla Jovovich).

Director: Wim Wenders
Producer: Bono, Bruce Davey, Nicholas Klein, Deepak Nayar, Wim Wenders
Screenwriter: Bono, Nicholas Klein, Nicholas Klein
Distributor: Lionsgate Films
Production Co: Kintop Pictures, Icon Entertainment International
Rating: R (Some Sexual Content|Language)
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Feb 9, 2000, Original
Release Date (Streaming): May 23, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $52.5K
Runtime: 2h 2m
Sound Mix: SDDS, Dolby Digital, Dolby A, Surround, Dolby SR
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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