The Apartment
Bud Baxter is a minor clerk in a huge New York insurance company, until he discovers a quick way to climb the corporate ladder. He lends out his apartment to the executives as a place to take their mistresses. Although he often has to deal with the aftermath of their visits, one night he's left with a major problem to solve.
Critics Sentiment
Fran tells Baxter to shut up and deal the cards
Fran's brother-in-law Karl punches Baxter over Fran's behavior
The film surges from its lowest point during the confrontation subplot to Baxter's triumphant moral awakening when he quits his job.
The Apartment maintains strong critical appreciation throughout, with reviewers praising Wilder's masterful balance of comedy and drama. The film peaks with its iconic ending and Baxter's character transformation, while experiencing minor pacing issues in the middle act. Critics consistently highlighted the film's timeless themes and exceptional performances.
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Jack Lemmon
C.C. Baxter
Shirley MacLaine
Fran Kubelik
Fred MacMurray
Jeff D. Sheldrake
Ray Walston
Joe Dobisch
Jack Kruschen
Dr. Dreyfuss
David Lewis
Al Kirkeby
Hope Holiday
Mrs. Margie MacDougall
Joan Shawlee
Sylvia
Naomi Stevens
Mrs. Mildred Dreyfuss
Johnny Seven
Karl Matuschka
Joyce Jameson
The Blonde
Willard Waterman
Mr. Vanderhoff
David White
Mr. Eichelberger
Edie Adams
Miss Olsen
Dorothy Abbott
Office Worker (uncredited)
Ralph Moratz
Office Worker (uncredited)
Joe Palma
Office Maintenance Man (uncredited)
Bill Baldwin
TV Movie Host (uncredited)
Benny Burt
Charlie - Bartender (uncredited)
Lynn Cartwright
Elevator Supervisor with Clicker (uncredited)
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