Eloise at Christmastime

Eloise at Christmastime

Year: 2003

Runtime: 89 mins

Language: English

Director: Kevin Lima

DramaTV MovieFamilyComedy

Eloise, a spirited six‑year‑old who lives in New York’s Plaza Hotel, discovers that the owner’s daughter is about to marry a fiancé who plans to swindle the kind Rachel. When she realizes her own crush is Bill, the friendly kitchen worker, Eloise sets out to create a Christmas miracle and reunite the star‑crossed couple before the holidays arrive.

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1

Eloise's mission to uncover presents

The Plaza Hotel is buzzing with Christmas energy as Eloise schemes to find parcels from Paris in the package room. She creates a deliberate mess in her room and dashes into the lobby, interrupting a busy check-in line to ask about any deliveries. Mr. Salomone explains there haven’t been any packages, and, though busy, he tries to steer her away from causing trouble.

Christmas season, day Package room / Plaza Hotel lobby
2

Eloise spots a suspicious patron

Eloise’s instincts tell her that a nearby patron might be a spy, so she keeps watch while the hotel staff handle the holiday rush. She whispers to herself that she will keep an eye on the suspicious figure. Mr. Salomone shifts the conversation to the imminent Christmas tree delivery and asks Eloise to report when it arrives.

Evening during Christmas preparations Lobby
3

The Christmas tree delivery looms

The hotel prepares for a major Christmas tree delivery, and Eloise is asked to report its arrival. The bustling scene underscores the broader tension between Eloise’s curiosity and the staff’s workload. The family dynamics begin to intersect with the holiday timetable as plans unfold.

Near tree arrival Lobby / Receiving area
4

A marriage plan to stabilize the estate

The Peabody family hopes that Rachel’s marriage to Brooks Oliver will stabilize the Plaza’s fortunes. Early signs show that this plan faces hidden threats, hinting that not everything is as it seems. Eloise starts to suspect that Brooks may be involved in something shady.

Planning stage Hotel / Peabody family circle
5

Rachel's memory of Bill

Rachel remembers a yearned-for romance with Bill, a room service waiter and a close friend from four years earlier. The memory complicates the ongoing engagement and hints at a different future for her. The recollection resurfaces as the marriage prospect becomes more pressing.

Four years earlier Hotel / Rachel's thoughts
6

Mr. Peabody confronts the romance

Mr. Peabody learns of Rachel’s attachment to Bill and decides to separate them by sending Rachel away to university. The move aims to sever the relationship and protect the family’s plans for the future. This decision intensifies Eloise’s mission to keep families together.

After revelation Peabody residence
7

Eloise intervenes to mend bonds

Eloise steps in to mend what’s at stake, working to rekindle Bill and Rachel’s bond. Her efforts begin to ease the family’s worries as old feelings resurface. The two reconnect, threatening to derail the planned marriage.

Following the university decision Hotel / corridor
8

Brooks is exposed and arrested

Brooks’s alleged forgery comes to light, clearing the way for Rachel’s happiness. He is arrested, removing a major obstacle to the couple’s future. The incident also reveals the risks behind the arrangement and the stakes for the family.

After Eloise’s intervention Plaza Hotel / city
9

Mrs. Thornton gains a permanent stay

Mrs. Thornton, the Poodle Lady, finds relief from eviction and earns a permanent stay at the Plaza. The outcome highlights the hotel’s sense of community and care for its residents. This resolution reinforces the festive, generous spirit of the season.

Holiday season Plaza Hotel
10

Eloise’s mother arrives

Eloise’s mother arrives at the Plaza, marking a warm reunion and a renewed sense of family. The mother’s presence brings additional joy to the holiday mood. The Plaza remains a nexus for celebration and connection.

Towards the end of film Plaza Hotel
11

The holiday culminates in celebration

As Christmas nears, the Plaza hosts a final celebration that binds the family and hotel staff in shared joy. Eloise witnesses the holiday spirit triumph, with the hotel at the center of the gathering. The film closes on a warm, communal moment.

Final moments Plaza Hotel
12

The Plaza’s festive energy endures

The closing scene emphasizes the Plaza’s role as a caring, festive hub for families. Eloise’s adventures resolve into a heartwarming holiday memory. The story leaves viewers with a sense of community and belonging at the season’s peak.

End of film Plaza Hotel

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