Movies About Hotels

From Alfred Hitchcock, starring Anthony Perkins, Janet Leigh, Vera Miles, John Gavin
Rated R

Psycho tells the story of Marion Crane, a young woman who steals money from her employer and flees to the Bates Motel. There, she meets the strange proprietor, Norman Bates, and his overbearing mother. As Marion struggles to escape, Norman's dark secrets are revealed and events take a frightening turn. Hitchcock's classic thriller is considered one of the greatest films of all time and explores themes such as guilt, paranoia, and the power of motherhood.

From Terry George, starring Don Cheadle, Sophie Okonedo, Joaquin Phoenix, Xolani Mali
Rated PG-13

Hotel Rwanda is an Oscar-nominated historical drama film released in 2004. It is based on the true story of Paul Rusesabagina, a hotel manager in Rwanda who offered shelter to over a thousand Tutsi refugees during the Rwandan Genocide of 1994. The film follows Paul as he strives to protect refugees from the Hutu militia by appealing to both the local government and international organizations for help. Despite overwhelming odds and the risk to his own life, Paul manages to save a significant number of lives. The film highlights the power of one individual to make a difference in the face of genocide.

From Wes Anderson, starring Ralph Fiennes, F. Murray Abraham, Mathieu Amalric, Adrien Brody
Rated R

The Grand Budapest Hotel is a 2014 comedy-drama film directed by Wes Anderson. Set in the fictional country of Zubrowka in the 1930s, the story follows the adventures of the concierge of the titular hotel, Monsieur Gustave H. (Ralph Fiennes), and his lobby boy Zero Moustafa (Tony Revolori). Gustave is well-known among the wealthy guests of the hotel for his impeccable service and his willingness to go to great lengths to ensure their satisfaction. When one of his most beloved guests, Madame D., passes away, she leaves Gustave a priceless painting. But Madame D.'s scheming family, led by her malicious son Dmitri (Adrien Brody), are determined to get their hands on the painting, which leads to a series of events that involve a mountain prison break, a stolen fortune, and a murderous conspiracy. With the help of Zero, Gustave manages to outwit the forces of evil and reclaim the painting. In the process, the two develop a close friendship that will last a lifetime.

From John Madden, starring Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, Maggie Smith, Tom Wilkinson
Rated PG-13

From Chris Columbus, starring Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern, Catherine O'Hara
Rated PG

From Wim Wenders, starring Jeremy Davies, Milla Jovovich, Mel Gibson, Jimmy Smits
Rated R

From Abel Ferrara, starring Christopher Walken, Willem Dafoe, Asia Argento, Annabella Sciorra
Rated R