The other night, I was standing in the Century City mall, next to a poster for The Phoenician Scheme, debating what Wes Anderson's best movie was with my circle of friends. If that sounds like paradise to you, then I bet we would be friends, too. See, I find Wes Anderson to be one of the most fascinating auteurs out there working. His movies all speak to different people in different ways. One person's favorite may be another person's least favorite, and so on. Today, I want to go through my favorites with you. Let's dive in. The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014)To me, this is Anderson's magnum opus. I remember walking into this film and just being so moved by its power, and then laughing so hard at its humor. I was putty in Anderson's hands, molded into one of his wonderful worlds. The Royal Tenenbaums (2001)I saw this in theaters. It was my first introduction to Anderson, and I felt completely swept away by how whimsical and deep his characters felt. This movie is celebrated for its memorable ensemble cast, sharp wit, and exploration of a dysfunctional but endearing family. Rushmore (1998)When I was a kid, this played so often on Comedy Central that I probably saw it ten times before I even knew who Wes Anderson was. In retrospect, it was a great glimpse into what he could do as a director and established a lot of actors he would use again and again. Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009)I...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Wednesday, 28 May