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The misadventures of a group of diverse guests at the Waldorf Astoria hotel in Manhattan.The misadventures of a group of diverse guests at the Waldorf Astoria hotel in Manhattan.The misadventures of a group of diverse guests at the Waldorf Astoria hotel in Manhattan.
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- Trivia'The first "on location" movie filmed outside the Hollywood studios sets' according to a plaque at the Waldorf Astoria. The movie continually plays on a monitor near the registration desk at the Waldorf.
- GoofsWhile Chip and Irene argue at the breakfast table in her room, Chip is shown putting butter or jam on his toast with a knife in his right hand. In the next shot, Chip has his right hand in his pocket.
- Quotes
Martin X. Edley: [open's hotel room door] Well, Angel Face, come into my parlor.
Bunny Smith: Yes, Mr Spider.
- Crazy creditsThe opening cast credits display the principal roles by actor, character name and the character's occupation.
- ConnectionsReferenced in The Great Morgan (1946)
- SoundtracksAnd There You Are
Music by Sammy Fain
Lyrics by Ted Koehler
Performed by Xavier Cugat and His Orchestra (uncredited) and sung by Bob Graham (uncredited)
[Bob Graham sings the song as part of Xavier Cugat's musical set at the Starlight]
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This film is a reworking of the plot from the magnificent GRAND HOTEL (1932). While both films were made by MGM, it really isn't fair to compare them, as there were many differences between them (all the many plots were changed or enormously reworked). Plus, GRAND HOTEL was so perfect that any film compared to it will no doubt be seen as a disappointment--but WEEKEND AT THE WALDORF was anything but a disappointment. There was enough fresh and new plot as well as excellence all around that I strongly advise viewers to watch them both and consider each a unique viewing experience.
While Walter Pidgeon, Ginger Rogers, Lana Turner, Edward Arnold and Lana Turner (among others) can't quite compare to the cast of GRAND HOTEL, this is still an amazing lineup of stars--even for the star-laden MGM. Plus, all the stars were at their best--thanks, in part, to exceptional writing and slick production values. Each of the subplots worked very well--particularly the one with Rogers and Pidgeon, as it made me laugh out loud many times! I could explain all the plots and critique each one, but other reviewers have already done this. The bottom line is that this film exudes quality and is highly entertaining. By the time the film is completed, you will no doubt feel quite content with the resolution of the film.
While Walter Pidgeon, Ginger Rogers, Lana Turner, Edward Arnold and Lana Turner (among others) can't quite compare to the cast of GRAND HOTEL, this is still an amazing lineup of stars--even for the star-laden MGM. Plus, all the stars were at their best--thanks, in part, to exceptional writing and slick production values. Each of the subplots worked very well--particularly the one with Rogers and Pidgeon, as it made me laugh out loud many times! I could explain all the plots and critique each one, but other reviewers have already done this. The bottom line is that this film exudes quality and is highly entertaining. By the time the film is completed, you will no doubt feel quite content with the resolution of the film.
- planktonrules
- May 2, 2008
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- Weekend at the Waldorf
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- $2,561,000 (estimated)
- Runtime2 hours 10 minutes
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- 1.37 : 1
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By what name was Week-End at the Waldorf (1945) officially released in India in English?
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