Since he debuted his initial movie Bottle Rocket in 1996, Wes Anderson Has consistently been an integral part of the film industry.
In the course of 12 feature films and almost as many shorts, the American director has imposed his distinctive formula of eccentric aesthetics supported by ever-growing, star-studded casts.
His next picture, The Phoenician Scheme , should follow a similar path. The recently released trailer reveals familiar faces from Anderson’s universe, including Benicio del Toro , Scarlett Johansson along with Bill Murray, as well as new talent Mia Threapleton.
The Phoenician Scheme is set for a theatrical debut in the United States on May 30, 2025, and it is anticipated to have its premiere at this year’s Cannes Film Festival. The official lineup for the festival will be revealed tomorrow (April 10).
Meanwhile, fans of Wes Anderson can head over to the Cinémathèque française In Paris to appreciate the initial exhibit solely focused on the unconventional film director.
The exhibit spans Anderson's career from Bottle Rocket to his 2023 Asteroid City , with an exuberant array of decorations, magnificent sets, and legendary attire.
The most captivating section of the exhibit could likely be the one focusing on Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009) and Isle of Dogs In 2018, Anderson directed his pair of stop-motion animated films. This segment highlights the group of artisans who bring Anderson's creative vision to life. Additionally, it provides the deepest dive into the political themes woven throughout Anderson's body of work.
As an added perk, viewers have the opportunity to watch an Isle of Dogs Who hasn’t dreamed of experiencing a behind-the-scenes look as a virtual reality journey where you can hear a dog speaking like Liev Schreiber discussing the difficulties of taking on a lead role?
Devoted Anderson enthusiasts likely won't gain new insights from this exhibit, yet the entire affair stays an enjoyable and visually pleasing encounter. Similar to a Wes Anderson movie, indeed.
The Wes Anderson exhibit continues until July 27, 2025, at the Cinémathèque française in Paris.