Character

Maitre d'

polished composed deferential professional

The maitre d' at The Dragon nightclub in 1935 Shanghai manages guest arrivals and staff with polished efficiency. He addresses disruptions like unauthorized entries by ejecting intruders and apologizing to valued patrons, preserving satisfaction among elite Chinese, American, and European crowds. Familiar with hat-check staff, he maintains composure and deference, upholding the venue's glamorous high-society facade amid the city's shadowy criminal networks. His focus stays on seamless hospitality in tense environments.

4 appearances

Nightclub Hospitality

Also known as: The Maitre d', The Maitre D’, The maitre d', Maitre d'

Maitre d''s Journey

A timeline through the narrative

4 moments

S1E2 · Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom

The Dragon’s Gambit: Poison, Power, and a Plummet into Chaos

Initially composed, but increasingly alarmed as the situation escalates.

The Maitre d' is present at the entrance of the nightclub, managing guest arrivals and staff with polished efficiency. His role is largely peripheral to the main action, but his …

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S1E2 · Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom

The Dragon’s Gambit: Poison, Betrayal, and a Plunge into Chaos

Detached and professional, his primary concern is maintaining the club’s reputation and smooth operation, even as violence erupts around him.

The maitre d' apologizes to Indiana Jones after Short Round is ejected. His role is that of a professional mediator, maintaining the club’s facade of elegance and order. His apology …

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S1E2 · Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom

The Dragon’s Poisoned Bargain: Betrayal, Sacrifice, and the Birth of a Blood Feud

Uninvolved in the conflict; his presence is incidental to the action.

The Maitre d' is not directly involved in this event but is referenced earlier in the scene as the one who apologized to Indy after Short Round was ejected. His …

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S1E2 · Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom

Indy’s Poisoned Rampage: A Nightclub in Flames and a Desperate Escape

Shocked and dismayed (witnesses the violence but is powerless to stop it)

The maitre d’ is briefly mentioned as apologizing to the man in the tuxedo (Indy) earlier in the scene but does not participate in the brawl. His role is limited …

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Affiliation

Lao She’s Crime Syndicate

Shanghai Underworld Criminal Operations