Asteroid City [2023]

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In an era where streaming services reign supreme, Wes Anderson’s unwavering commitment to the cinematic art form truly stands out. Unlike many of his Hollywood counterparts, he has chosen not to create a film exclusively tailored for streaming platforms, preserving the enchantment of the traditional silver screen. While aficionados eagerly awaited the chance to experience Asteroid City from the coziness of their own homes, the film made its debut in theaters, commemorating the enchantment of shared cinematic moments. Manaki, Manaki (September 11, 2023). "OFFICIAL SELECTION "CAMERA 300"NARRATIVE FEATURES". Manaki Brothers - International Cinematographers’ Film Festival . Retrieved November 5, 2023. Gleiberman, Owen (May 23, 2023). " 'Asteroid City' Review: Wes Anderson's New Film Is a Piece of 1950s Desert Americana That's Visually Dazzling and Dramatically Inert". Variety . Retrieved June 15, 2023. Anderson has received a host of award nominations and wins throughout his nearly 30-year career, with his most fruitful awards season coming in 2015 when he bagged four Oscars and five BAFTAs for The Grand Budapest Hotel. Asteroid City marks his eleventh time in the director’s chair, with the story co-written with Roman Coppola, the son of The Godfather director Francis Ford Coppola.

Amidst the vast cinematic landscape, a handful of stars emit a brilliance that outshines the competition. Within the universe of Asteroid City, an assembly of extraordinary gifts unites, each one contributing a distinct radiance to the resplendent fabric of the film. From experienced legends to emerging sensations, this ensemble cast injects the barren town with a dynamic array of personas, guaranteeing that every cinematic moment becomes an enthralling and captivating experience. Actor/ActressSchulman, Michael (June 29, 2023). " 'The Missing Bill Murray Part from Asteroid City". The New Yorker. Wes Anderson is any film festival’s favourite: a guarantor for a fun, quirky adventure with an armada of celebrities always in tow. In addition to the usual suspects (Jason Schwartzman, Adrien Brody), Asteroid City’s all-star cast includes Anderson newbies Tom Hanks, Scarlett Johansson (in the flesh), Maya Hawke and Hong Chau. Asteroid City Full Cast and Crew". IMDb. Archived from the original on July 30, 2023 . Retrieved July 30, 2023. After breaking out in the mid '90s (along with Luke and Owen Wilson), Anderson has made a number of acclaimed movies, which has allowed him to become one of the most recognizable directors around. Here is his full list of feature movies:

Wes Anderson is in a creatively fertile moment right now (although in fairness, when is he not? We'd bet that even when he makes scrambled eggs, they'd have a flair-filled, cinematic aesthetic to them. Hogan, Michael (October 31, 2021). "Maya Hawke: 'My parents didn't want to have me do bit-parts in their movies' ". The Guardian. Archived from the original on November 7, 2021 . Retrieved November 8, 2021. The first official trailer for Wes Anderson’s latest film has finally dropped online. Set for release later this year, the romantic comedy-drama Asteroid City marks the writer-director's eleventh feature film, following 2021’s The French Dispatch. Universal's flexible approach to post-theatrical launches seems to be paying off and represents a victory for studio chair, Donna Langley.

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Paz, Maggie Dela (August 3, 2023). " Asteroid City Blu-ray & DVD Release Date Set, Special Features Detailed". ComingSoon.net. Archived from the original on August 4, 2023 . Retrieved August 4, 2023. Debruge, Peter (May 27, 2023). "Cannes Awards: 'Anatomy of a Fall' Takes Palme d'Or, 'The Zone of Interest' and 'The Pot au Feu' Among Winners". Variety. Archived from the original on June 9, 2023 . Retrieved June 9, 2023. Wes Anderson and Roman Coppola came up with the story and wrote the script for Asteroid City. Here is the official synopsis: a b Kit, Borys (August 10, 2021). "Margot Robbie Joins Wes Anderson's Next Film (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on August 10, 2021 . Retrieved August 10, 2021. The American auteur has become known for his eccentric projects with a unique and instantly recognisable visual style, with his works often classed as examples of postmodernism. His best-known films include The Royal Tenenbaums, The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou, The Grand Budapest Hotel, and the stop-motion animations Fantastic Mr. Fox and Isle of Dogs.