Some Like It Hot (DVD)

UPC: 505007003277 

Region 2 PAL DVD  

Made in England

Product Features

• Title: Some Like It Hot
• Director: Billy Wilder
• Cast: Marilyn Monroe, Tony Curtis, Jack Lemmon, Joe E. Brown, George Raft, Pat O'Brien
• Format: DVD Video, 4:3, PAL
• Audio: English Mono, French Mono, German Mono, Italian Mono, Spanish Mono, Portuguese Mono
• Subtitles: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish, Polish
• Running Time: 1 hour 57 minutes
• Color: Black and White
• Region: Universal, suitable for all (U)
• Release Date: 2001
• Special Features:
  • Original Theatrical Trailer
  • Interactive Menu Screens
  • Scene Selection

Overview

Some Like It Hot (1959), directed by Billy Wilder, is often hailed as one of the greatest comedies in American cinema. The film stars Marilyn Monroe, Tony Curtis, and Jack Lemmon in a hilarious farce about two musicians who disguise themselves as women to escape a mob. Set in the Prohibition era, Curtis and Lemmon’s characters witness a gangland murder and must flee Chicago, joining an all-female jazz band on their way to Florida. Hilarity ensues as Monroe’s character, a sultry singer, falls for Curtis’ disguised “Josephine,” while Lemmon’s “Daphne” finds himself the object of an aging millionaire’s affections.

Nominated for six Academy Awards and winner of Best Costume Design, this DVD release preserves the charm of Wilder’s classic in stunning black and white. With unforgettable performances and timeless humor, Some Like It Hot continues to enchant audiences of all ages.

Interesting Facts

• Marilyn Monroe’s Role: Monroe’s portrayal of Sugar Kane Kowalczyk is often considered one of her most iconic performances. Her comedic timing and on-screen charisma greatly contributed to the film's success.
• Tony Curtis & Jack Lemmon: Curtis and Lemmon’s chemistry in drag as “Josephine” and “Daphne” remains a comedic highlight in cinema history. Their ability to balance slapstick humor with sharp wit made their performances legendary.
• Billy Wilder's Direction: Known for his mastery of satire, Wilder blends sharp humor with a critique of social norms in Some Like It Hot, making it a timeless piece of cinematic history.
• AFI Ranking: In 2000, the American Film Institute (AFI) ranked Some Like It Hot as the funniest American film of all time.
• Cultural Impact: The film's bold cross-dressing theme was groundbreaking for its time, pushing the boundaries of Hollywood's production codes.

Publishers

• MGM/UA Home Entertainment
• Universal Pictures

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