Review of Grand Hotel (2008) by Scott S — 11 Dec 2011
Grand Hotel (1932) -- [6.0] -- With Greta Garbo, Joan Crawford, Jean Hersholt, Wallace Beery, and the Barrymores (John and Lionel), this Best Picture Oscar winner is regarded the grandfather of star-studded showcases.
Despite the star power, the performances are mostly over-the-top and border-line annoying. Garbo (uttering her famous line, "I want to be alone") is too aloof and Lionel Barrymore goes way too far with his whiney drunkard character.
Crawford's character is more down to earth, and Wallace Beery does a good job as the antagonist of the group.
This review of Grand Hotel (2008) was written by Scott S on 11 Dec 2011.
Grand Hotel has generally received mixed reviews.
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