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Description: | One of the most beloved films of all time, this sizzling masterpiece by Billy Wilder set a new standard for Hollywood comedy. After witnessing a mob hit, Chicago musicians Joe and Jerry (Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon, in landmark performances) skip town by donning drag and joining an all female band en route to Miami. The charm of the group's singer, Sugar Kane (Marilyn Monroe, at the height of her bombshell powers) leads them ever further into extravagant lies, as Joe assumes the persona of a millionaire to woo her and Jerry's female alter ego winds up engaged to a tycoon. With a whip smart script by Wilder and I. A. L. Diamond, and sparking chemistry among it's finely tuned cast, Some Like It Hot is as deliriously funny and fresh today as if it had just been made."Some Like It Hot" on Blu-Ray by Criterion is a definitive edition of one of Hollywood's greatest comedies. Directed by the legendary Billy Wilder, this 1959 classic stars Marilyn Monroe, Tony Curtis, and Jack Lemmon in a hilarious tale of two musicians who disguise themselves as women to escape mobsters after witnessing a crime. The film is celebrated for its sharp wit, iconic performances, and groundbreaking humor that has influenced generations of filmmakers. This Criterion release offers restored visuals and audio along with insightful bonus features that delve into the making and legacy of the film.
Criterion Collection is renowned for producing high-quality editions of significant films from around the world. Their meticulous restorations and comprehensive supplemental materials make them a favorite among cinephiles seeking both visual excellence and deep context.
Marilyn Monroe shines as Sugar Kane; she was already an international superstar thanks to hits like "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes" (1953) and "The Seven Year Itch" (1955). Tony Curtis delivers comedic brilliance?he had previously starred in classics such as "Sweet Smell of Success." Jack Lemmon?s performance earned him an Academy Award nomination; he later won Oscars for "Mister Roberts" (1955) and "Save the Tiger" (1973). Director Billy Wilder was behind masterpieces including "Sunset Boulevard," "Double Indemnity," and "The Apartment," cementing his place among cinema?s all-time greats. |
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Marilyn Monroe, Tony Curtis, Jack Lemmon, George Raft, Pat O'Brien, Joe E. Brown, Nehemiah Persoff, Joan Shawlee, Billy Gray, George E. Stone |
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Billy Wilder |
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CCIN2963BR |
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