Maid in Manhattan
Director: Wayne Wang
Actors: Jennifer Lopez, Ralph Fiennes, Natasha Richardson
PlotMarisa Ventura is a hardworking single mother employed as a maid at a posh Manhattan hotel. She dreams of a better life for herself and her young son, Ty, while striving to make ends meet. One day, while cleaning a luxury suite, Marisa tries on a wealthy guest's designer clothes for fun. Meanwhile, Christopher Marshall, a handsome and influential senatorial candidate, spots her in the outfit and mistakes her for a socialite. The two share a mutual attraction and spend time together, leading Christopher to believe that Marisa is someone from his own social class.
As their romance develops, Marisa is torn between her feelings for Christopher and the reality of her true identity. She fears that revealing the truth about her background will end their relationship and shatter any hope she has for a brighter future. Concurrently, issues from both their personal and professional lives add pressure to their budding relationship. Throughout the story, Marisa gains the courage to face her challenges head-on, grappling with questions of identity, class disparity, and self-worth. The narrative focuses on her journey toward self-empowerment and the search for true happiness, leaving viewers on the edge as they anticipate how her secret will impact her relationship with Christopher.
Writers: John Hughes, Kevin Wade
Release Date: 13 Dec 2002
Runtime: 105 min
Rating: PG-13
Country: United States
Language: English, French, Spanish
Home Video Reviews
'Maid in Manhattan' offers a perfectly predictable yet charming romantic comedy with excellent video and audio quality, though lacking in substantial bonus content.
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