Name: Hotel Lux
Genre: Drama, Comedy
Released: 2011-01-01
Rating: 5.8
Cast: Michael Herbig, Jürgen Vogel, Thekla Reuten, Valeriy Grishko, Juraj Kukura

About This Movie

Hotel Lux is a fascinating blend of comedy and drama set against the backdrop of pre-WWII political turmoil. The film captures the chaotic atmosphere of a time when fear and absurdity coexisted. Hans Zeisig, played with a quirky charm, navigates the complexities of identity and survival in a place that offers both refuge and confusion. The pacing is interesting—sometimes slow, sometimes frenetic—as it mirrors Hans’s experiences. The setting of the Hotel Lux, with its eclectic mix of characters, really contributes to that lost paradise feel. The performances are a strong point, with actors embodying their roles in a way that feels both theatrical and genuine. The practical effects and period details create a vivid sense of time and place that draws you in.

Unique take on historical comedy. · Strong character-driven narrative. · Atmospheric representation of 1938 Moscow.