The Bellboy

Hello. Allow me to introduce myself.

I am Jackie Mulchen,

the executive producer in charge

of all productions here at Paramount.

And before showing this picture,

I thought I should at least explain.

The motion picture you're about to see

isn't the run-of-the-mill film fare

that has been presented

to the movie going public of late.

It's quite easy

making this type of picture,

filled with love, emotion and tears.

And of course, we could easily

make the space...

...violence...

...and horror films that are enjoyed

by many peoples of the world.

But we chose to make

what you're about to see.

A film based on fun.

And it's just a little different

insofar as there is no story and no plot.

That's right. I said no story, no plot.

It is actually a series of silly sequences.

Or you might say it is a visual diary

of a few weeks in the life of a real nut.

And it's real silly.

Oh, put it on. Show it to 'em. Put it on!

This is Walter Winchell reporting,

and this is Miami Beach at night.

The nights here are the same

as anywhere else.

No sun.

This is the same Miami Beach, daytime.

It is just waking up,

rubbing the sand out of its palms,

ready for another "let's be pretty

for the tourists" day,

a day that could never get started

without the people who provide

the services

that are required in order

that the visitor is satisfied.

The people who serve

are the real backbone,

the people who serve and work

in order that you might pay...

... that is, play.

Company... halt!

And of course, there are chefs,

chambermaids, clerks, hostesses,

waiters, doormen,

bartenders, waitresses,

musicians and entertainers.

But these men are

the real unsung heroes of a hotel,

the men who have no real direction.

They are called on day and night,

for anything,

from burping babies

to walking the dog.

These are the men who are

almost always called upon

for services above and beyond

the call of duty.

Yes, ladies and gentlemen,

I call them men,

but everyone else

calls for... the bellboy.

As the bellboys break ranks, they all

know where to go and what to do.

That is, most of them.

How are you?

Here, Stanley. Get everything

out of the trunk.

George, come help me.

Hello? Hello?

Hello, Mr Hartman. How are you?

- Yes, we...

- I need a couple of guys...

Yes, we have your trunks.

I can't hear very well.

What did you say?

Oh, yes, of course.

We've got beautiful accommodations.

I'm sure you'll be happy with them.

We'd be delighted to see you. Yes.

Yes, thank you. Goodbye.

- I'm Mr Carter. I have a reservation.

- Yes, sir, Mr Carter. Sign here, please.

It's nice to have you with us again.

Unfortunately, I can't stay too long.

This has to be a hit-and-run vacation.

We certainly hope you enjoy your stay.

Front boy!

Mr Carter is in Room 625.

We certainly hope you enjoy your stay,

Miss Winkly.

Front boy!

Miss Winkly is in Room 626.

It's so nice to see you again,

Mrs Hartong. Let me help you.

You're very lucky. We've been having

wonderful weather, Mrs Hartong.

Here we go, that's it. Easy.

That's it now.

Boy, open that bag

and hang those things up in the closet.

Well, if it isn't Mrs Hartong

back with us again.

I hope it isn't because of dieting again.

Don't you fret. We'll do all we can.

But you'll have to stay away

from the candy.

- I know, I know.

- Good.

Clerk, the key to Room 988

for Mrs Hartong, please.

I'm sure you'll be very happy

in the new wing, Mrs Hartong.

I'd like to leave a forwarding address.

Certainly.

Two weeks certainly did fly by,

Mrs Hartong.

They certainly did.

- You look wonderful.

- Thank you.

You kept away from the candy.

- Goodbye, Mr Novak. Thank you.

- Goodbye.

Move that car over.

Pull it over, that's it.

Now move the other one!

What a day I've put in.

Oh, Mrs Hartong,

I didn't recognise you.

You look crazy. I mean, great.

Thank you, Carl.

Has my uncle's car arrived yet?

Not yet, Mrs Hartong.

I'll call and check.

Thank you.

Mrs Hartong is right here.

Mrs Hartong, your uncle asked

if you would please wait.

He'll be here in 20 minutes.

- That'll be fine. I'll wait.

- All right.

Mrs Hartong said it'll be fine. Thank you.

- Would you care to sit here?

- Thank you.

Stanley, you've been at this

for 40 minutes. Get going, will you?

I don't mind you helping the guys.

But you've been here for over an hour.

Get back to the bell desk.

On the double!

Stanley!

- I don't get it.

- Get what?

This kid loves his work.

Now you've got that done, please be

good enough... Let me rephrase that.

To keep you out of mischief, set up

the seats for the motion picture tonight.

Stanley, we don't talk back.

Get along, get along.

What is it?

I've never seen you laugh so hard.

I've got Stanley

on theatre seating duty.

Alone?

How long has he been in there?

I just sent him.

It'll take two or three days.

- Let's go and watch.

- OK. Let's go.

He's fast.

Mr Novak, I'm so excited. I've never

seen a movie star up close before.

Enjoy yourself.

It's Jerry Lewis.

Mother used to take me to see him

when I was a kid.

He'll be here in a moment.

Be sure that all the accommodations

are exactly as he ordered.

Whatever you do, be pleasant.

There he is. Places, everybody. Places.

- No autographs, please.

- Stand back, folks.

Stand back. No autographs.

Hold it. Hold it. Hold it.

- Is this where we register?

- Yes, sir. Right this way.

Hold it. Hold it!

Hold it. Back. Hold it.

Hold it. Hold it!

Stop with the brushing.

We've been together a long time.

I've asked you many things

and you've come through for me.

Now I'm asking you to hold it.

Stop pushing, stop rushing, just hold it.

We're all adults and I'll expect you all

to conduct yourselves as an adult will.

Hold it. I've never asked you this

but I'm asking you now, simply, purely,

hold it!

I'm a nervous wreck.

Let me have a cigarette.

- Thank you. A light?

- Yes, sir.

All right. All right. All right!

Hold it.

Stop with the brushing.

Another cigarette, please.

I'll smoke it dry.

Mr Lewis, we're all excited about

your appearance at the Fontainebleau.

We should be used to celebrities by now.

We've had some of the big ones staying.

Wrong Way Corrigan.

Ma Perkins.

And don't forget Bill Holden's aunt.

Bill Holden's aunt. Yes.

I would like very much, if you don't mind,

to get to my room as soon as possible.

- Did you have a pleasant journey?

- Fine.

He's so funny.

This is the private entrance to the hotel.

Your suite is on the fifth floor and

totally secluded. I'm sure you'll like it.

That's wonderful.

- He's always good for a laugh.

- He sure is funny.

I would like the seclusion and privacy.

I had a terrible mishap a week ago

in the family. An aunt died and...

Nothing like a laugh!

He sure is funny!

- Would you care to register, Mr Lewis?

- I'd like to register and go to the room.

All right!

I need another card.

It's all right. You may register

in your suite. This way.

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