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IMDb rating 8.3
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Critic rating 9

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Critic Kim Newman
rated 10

Absolutely brilliant.

Read full review at Empire
Critic Lisa Brygger
rated 8

Wilders og I. A. L. Diamonds intelligente historie har masser af menneskelig indsigt og varme trods de skarpe kanter.

Read full review at Cinemazone

Cast & Crew

Billy Wilder
Director
Billy Wilder
Writer
Franklyn Farnum
As Office Worker (uncredited)
Shirley MacLaine
As Fran Kubelik
Ray Walston
As Joe Dobisch
Jack Lemmon
As C.C. Baxter
Joe Palma
As Office Maintenance Man (uncredited)

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The Apartment is a classic romantic comedy-drama film that tells the story of C.C. Baxter, a lonely office worker who lends his apartment to his company's managers for their extramarital affairs. Baxter's life becomes complicated when he falls in love with Fran Kubelik, an elevator operator, and struggles to balance his relationships with her and his bosses. The film explores themes of love, ambition, and the consequences of one's actions, set against the backdrop of corporate culture in 1960s New York City. With its witty dialogue, memorable characters, and poignant moments, The Apartment is a timeless tale that continues to captivate audiences today.

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