Grand Hotel is a classic film that brought together numerous MGM superstars. Although its historical standing is modest, the film still showcases significant entertainment value and star power. The plot revolves around the diverse guests of a luxurious hotel, each with their unique storyline, creating a film rich in drama and conflict. The film opens with a brilliant montage, depicting the daily lives of the hotel manager, staff, an entrepreneur, a dancer and her maid, and a baron. This scene concludes with Dr. Otternschlag’s line, “Grand Hotel. People come, people go. Nothing ever happens.” This sets the stage for the main storyline, providing a snapshot of the various states of life during the rapid economic growth after the war. Greta Garbo’s portrayal of the dancer Grusinskaya is one of the film’s most captivating performances. Her line, “I want to be alone,” was ranked 30th in the AFI's 100 Years...100 Movie Quotes. Although Garbo herself felt the line was misquoted, it eerily...