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Some Like It Hot
1959 123 min United States of America 12+
★9.1
Comedy, Romance, Crime
Director: Billy Wilder
🎭 Based on
«Fanfares of Love»
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Description
In Prohibition-era Chicago, musicians Joe and Jerry witness a mob hit, and flee the state in an all-female band disguised as Josephine and Daphne, but further complications set in.
Budget:
$2.9M
Worldwide:
$25M
Starring
Marilyn Monroe
Actor
Tony Curtis
Actor
Jack Lemmon
Actor
Awards
Golden Globe 1960
— Best Picture (Comedy)
BAFTA 1960
— Best International Actor
Academy Awards 1960
— Best Costume Design (Black and White)
Academy Awards 1960
— Best Costume Design (Black and White)
Academy Awards 1960
— Best Director
Academy Awards 1960
— Best Adapted Screenplay
Academy Awards 1960
— Best Cinematography (Black and White)
Academy Awards 1960
— Best Production Design (Black and White)
Golden Globe 1960
— Best Actress (Comedy or Musical)
Golden Globe 1960
— Best Actor (Comedy or Musical)
Academy Awards 1960
— Best Actor
Key opinion
Billy Wilder’s 'Some Like It Hot' is widely regarded as an enduring masterpiece of comedy, celebrated for its iconic lead performances and ability to transcend generations. While most audiences praise its wit and charm, some viewers find the premise dated or the humor less effective by modern standards.
| Acting | Jack Lemmon and Tony Curtis deliver iconic, career-defining performances that anchor the film's success. | |
| Screenplay | The film features legendary, highly quotable dialogue and memorable musical numbers that remain culturally resonant. | |
| Production | The production quality, including sets, costumes, and overall atmosphere, effectively captures the 1920s jazz-age setting. | |
| Acting | Marilyn Monroe’s performance divides viewers; some find her portrayal of Sugar charming and essential, while others feel it is mannered or weak. | |
| Humor | The film's humor is a point of contention; many consider it a timeless, hilarious classic, while others find the slapstick approach dated or clichéd. |