smells like flowers Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 Haven't seen Moonrise Kingdom yet, but I hope to in the next couple of days. It sounds like it's worth a trip to the local mega-plex to see it on the big screen. Most things I'm content to wait for the DVD, but Wes Anderson's work is pretty special. (Huge Rushmore fan here.) BTW, the above conversations are what I really love about this board. Intelligent, articulate conversations about topics I'm interested in... and, we all love Wilco! It's pretty perfect. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
moxiebean Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 We saw Moonrise Kingdom last weekend and while not quite on par with Rushmore & Tenenbaums (Rushmore is still my favorite version of Andersonville for many of the same reasons that Beltmann so eloquently stated, plus I had a huge crush on Olivia Williams' character) I really enjoyed the first 2/3 of the film. I found it easier to buy into Andersonville in a relatively isolated setting with a small cast of characters. When that world is expanded the facade slips a bit. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RaspberryJam Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 BTW, the above conversations are what I really love about this board. Intelligent, articulate conversations about topics I'm interested in... and, we all love Wilco! It's pretty perfect. I agree. I also came up with a way to connect Wilco and Wes Anderson when it comes to appeal. In Anderson's films, there is a juxtaposition of wit and sadness. I'm thinking of the surprise of Richie attempting suicide in Tenenbaums or the boy drowning in Darjeeling. I love how he can put all of that into one film, when most mainstream films fit into easily defined genres; horror, rom-com, action, whatever. Wilco can also pack several differing styles into one piece. Like what David Fricke in "I am Trying to Break Your Heart" says, something like, There's quiet there, there's loud there, and I feel bad about the people who don't get it. So, both defy putting into well defined boxes, and fans of Wilco and fans of Wes Anderson are smart enough to love all of it, quite and loud. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Shug Posted July 13, 2012 Share Posted July 13, 2012 I think in some ways, Darjeeling is his most interesting movie. Not only is it a gorgeously composed film, but it really reveals itself after three or four views. Underrated. Me, too. It seems to me to have a spiritual journey element that I like alot. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beltmann Posted July 14, 2012 Share Posted July 14, 2012 I haven't seen The Darjeeling Limited since theaters, but at the time I felt it was one of Anderson's least accomplished efforts. Still, I've been meaning to revisit it. If there's one thing I've learned over a lifetime of writing about movies, it's that first impressions can't always be trusted. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RaspberryJam Posted July 14, 2012 Share Posted July 14, 2012 Definitely revisit Darjeeling. It is my favorite. To me the development of the character and family dynamics are on par with Tenenbaums. Try to see it with the Hotel Chevalier short prequel. Also, my husband and I were Richie and Margot Tenenbaum for Halloween. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beltmann Posted July 14, 2012 Share Posted July 14, 2012 I saw the short at the time, but barely remember it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Magnetized Posted July 14, 2012 Share Posted July 14, 2012 The short film from Darjeeling was available for free as an iTunes download at one time, and it's one of the few videos I have on my ipod. I just have to say, it's such a pleasure to read and participate in this discussion. We're lucky to have someone as knowledgeable as Beltmann in our little family! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LouieB Posted July 30, 2012 Share Posted July 30, 2012 I saw "Moonlight Kingdom" this weekend and found it delightful. I have not seen all the films on the list but of those I have seen nearly all left me cold. This one threated to do the same, but actually came through. The story was compelling the acting great and the quirky style worked just fine. I couldn't watch the entire Life Aquatic, despite liking Bill Murray alot. The Royal Tennanbaums was one I also liked a great deal. I fell asleep during parts of Mr. Fox. LouieB Quote Link to post Share on other sites
knotgreen Posted July 30, 2012 Share Posted July 30, 2012 I've tried watching The Royal Tenenbaums on multiple occasions, and have never made it all the way through. I started The Darjeeling Limited and made it halfway through. I went to see Moonrise Kingdom in the theatre and think that it was one of the best movies I've seen in a very, very long time. Is this because MK is an atypical Wes Anderson movie? Which WA movie should I try next? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LouieB Posted July 30, 2012 Share Posted July 30, 2012 In all the Wes Anderson movies either the people are jerks or the style is sort of cool to cold. The wonderful thing about MK is that all the characters had some redeeming characteristics and you really cared about the two kids. I have never seen Darjeerling, although I have this vague notion I have seen Bottlerocket (yea I think I have so Darjeerling is the one I havent seen) so I would suggest Bottlerocket, but as I recall the characters in that are kind of jerks too. LouieB Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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RainDogToo Posted October 17, 2013 Share Posted October 17, 2013 Can't wait!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KevinG Posted October 17, 2013 Share Posted October 17, 2013 That maybe the most Wes Anderson-y film yet. It looks fantastic. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Atticus Posted October 17, 2013 Share Posted October 17, 2013 that made me happy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KevinG Posted October 17, 2013 Share Posted October 17, 2013 I don't know where it will rank in the pantheon of Wes Anderson films, but it will probably go down as the most mustachioed of all the Wes Anderson films. http://www.usatoday.com/story/popcandy/2013/10/17/grand-budapest-hotel-trailer/3001219/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
twoshedsjackson Posted October 17, 2013 Share Posted October 17, 2013 Wow, this looks really good. Can't wait. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RaspberryJam Posted October 17, 2013 Share Posted October 17, 2013 Something to look forward to! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Jules Posted October 17, 2013 Share Posted October 17, 2013 I tend to put things in chronological order, but that's me. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
NoJ Posted October 17, 2013 Share Posted October 17, 2013 Bottlerocket was good. I cant see myself ever watching those other flicks again though. Maybe Rushmore but nuh-uh after that. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Stewart Posted October 17, 2013 Share Posted October 17, 2013 I like his movies a bunch, but yeah I'd be just as big a fan if he stopped after Rushmore. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KevinG Posted October 17, 2013 Share Posted October 17, 2013 I like his movies a bunch, but yeah I'd be just as big a fan if he stopped after Rushmore. I may be in the minority, but his best just might be The Darjeeling Limited. I have a feeling The Grand Budapest might be closer to that stylistically. I often wondered what Wes Anderson would do with a Superhero or big budget SciFi Epic. Maybe he could direct Star Wars VIII. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RaspberryJam Posted October 17, 2013 Share Posted October 17, 2013 I could watch Darjeeling Limited over and over again. But I always fast forward over the canal rescue part. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KevinG Posted October 17, 2013 Share Posted October 17, 2013 I could watch Darjeeling Limited over and over again. But I always fast forward over the canal rescue part. Why? I think that is the center piece of the movie. Without it the rest of the movie makes no sense. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Stewart Posted October 17, 2013 Share Posted October 17, 2013 Darjeeling would be my #3 on that list, I think. Although I've only seen it twice, and I have a soft spot for The Royal Tenenbaums.And yeah, I couldn't fast-forward through the rescue scene. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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