
Maid in Manhattan
...love checks in.
Directed by Wayne Wang
Produced by Red Om Films, Revolution Studios
A charming romantic comedy about a working-class single mother who falls for a wealthy politician after a case of mistaken identity, ultimately affirming that love transcends class boundaries.
Marisa Ventura is a struggling single mom who works at a posh Manhattan hotel and dreams of a better life for her and her young son. One fateful day, hotel guest and senatorial candidate Christopher Marshall meets Marisa and mistakes her for a wealthy socialite. After an enchanting evening together, the two fall madly in love. But when Marisa's true identity is revealed, issues of class and social status threaten to separate them. Can two people from very different worlds overcome their differences and live happily ever after?
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Is Maid in Manhattan one of a kind? No. Less singular than 100% of films.
Is Maid in Manhattan violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.
Does Maid in Manhattan end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 92% of films.
Is Maid in Manhattan easy watching? Yes, very. More comforting than 90% of films.
Is Maid in Manhattan sad? Not especially. Less sad than 67% of films.
Is Maid in Manhattan scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.
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