The Million Dollar Hotel

The Million Dollar Hotel is a 2000 American-German drama film directed by Wim Wenders and starring Jeremy Davies, Milla Jovovich, and Mel Gibson. The film was written by Daniel Taradash and Terry Gilliam, and features music by Bono and Daniel Lanois. The Million Dollar Hotel premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival and was also screened at the Sundance Film Festival and the Cannes Film Festival. The film's cast includes Jimmy Smits, Peter Stormare, and Amanda Plummer, and was produced by Wim Wenders and Deepak Nayar in association with Lions Gate Films and Icon Productions.

Plot

The film tells the story of a group of Los Angeles residents living in a rundown hotel, including Tom Tom (played by Jeremy Davies), a young man with a mental disability, and Eloise (played by Milla Jovovich), a beautiful and mysterious woman. The story is narrated by Detective Skinner (played by Mel Gibson), a Los Angeles Police Department detective who is investigating the death of Izzy Goldkiss (played by Tim Roth), a resident of the hotel. As the investigation unfolds, the film explores themes of love, loss, and redemption, and features a complex web of characters, including FBI agents, Hollywood stars, and street artists. The film's plot is also influenced by the works of William Shakespeare and Fyodor Dostoevsky, and features references to classical music and poetry.

Production

The film was produced by Wim Wenders and Deepak Nayar in association with Lions Gate Films and Icon Productions. The screenplay was written by Daniel Taradash and Terry Gilliam, and features a unique blend of drama, comedy, and mystery. The film's cinematography was handled by Phedon Papamichael, who has also worked on films such as The Ice Storm and Walk the Line. The film's editing was handled by Peter Przygodda, who has also worked on films such as Paris, Texas and Wings of Desire. The film's music was composed by Bono and Daniel Lanois, who have also worked on films such as Faraway, So Close! and The End of Violence.

Cast

The film features a talented ensemble cast, including Jeremy Davies, Milla Jovovich, and Mel Gibson. The cast also includes Jimmy Smits, Peter Stormare, and Amanda Plummer, who have all appeared in a range of films, including NYPD Blue, Fargo, and The Fisher King. The film's cast also includes Tom Bower, Donal Logue, and Gloria Stuart, who have all appeared in films such as Die Hard 2, Blade, and Titanic. The film's cast is rounded out by Charlayne Woodard, Bud Cort, and Julie Delpy, who have all appeared in films such as The Cranberry Sauce, Harold and Maude, and An American Werewolf in Paris.

Release

The film was released in 2000 and premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival. The film was also screened at the Sundance Film Festival and the Cannes Film Festival, and received positive reviews from critics, including Roger Ebert and Owen Gleiberman. The film was released on DVD and VHS by Lions Gate Films and Columbia TriStar Home Video, and is also available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Netflix. The film's release was accompanied by a soundtrack album, featuring music by Bono and Daniel Lanois, as well as U2 and Brian Eno.

Reception

The film received positive reviews from critics, with many praising its unique blend of drama, comedy, and mystery. The film holds a Rotten Tomatoes score of 73%, based on reviews from critics such as Roger Ebert and Owen Gleiberman. The film was also praised by critics such as Peter Travers and Todd McCarthy, who noted its complex characters and intricate plot. The film was nominated for several awards, including the Golden Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival and the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival. The film's success can be attributed to the talents of its cast and crew, including Wim Wenders, Jeremy Davies, and Milla Jovovich, as well as the influence of William Shakespeare and Fyodor Dostoevsky on its plot and themes. Category:2000 films