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I almost couldn't fall asleep last night because I was so excited -- the trailer to Wes Anderson's next movie, Moonrise Kingdom, was just released! I kid you not when I tell you I think about Anderson's movies every single day of my life. Catchphrases from those movies have infected my family's language. And finally, he's back with more delicious Anderson/Coppla-ness.
Cynics complain that all of Wes Anderson's films are the same. But I say, well of course, that's the point! This is what makes his fans so rabid loyal -- what he dishes up is the same peculiar kind of magic, and speaking for myself, I can't get enough. I can tell just from the trailer that Moonrise Kingdom will have all the signature elements of Wes Anderson's movies.
Old-fashioned communication devices: Hand-written letters on twee letterhead, a bullhorn, a hand-cranked siren, and not an iPhone in sight. No doubt walkie talkies are used at some point as well. Tents: Remember the pup tent in The Royal Tenenbaums? Now we have a whole campground full of them! Bill Murray: What Wes Anderson film is complete without the actor? I'm always glad to see him. Killer ensemble: And speaking of actors, Wes always manages to bring together the oddest, most rewarding ensemble of actors. Here we get Ed Norton, Frances McDormand (love her!), Tilda Swinton (inevitable), and -- what? Bruce Willis? Brilliant. I miss Angelica Houston already, though! Slow mo: There's always at least one slow-motion ensemble scene with some amazing pop song you haven't heard in forever. Fantasy world that springs from a kid's imagination: It goes beyond just "precocious kids." Anderson's films have a genuine respect for the imaginary worlds created by kids. That sincerity makes all the other potentially arch and ironic elements hold together. Cool girl who really gets you: Even when they're bossy or skeptical, they're always the sensible but irresistible center around which the Anderson protagonist revolves. All about the visual details: Looks like Anderson is obsessive as always about getting the clothes, the cinematography, the props, everything exactly right. His OCD is our pleasure. Elaborate plans: Always, there is some journey or quest that requires plans, maps, directions, and paraphernalia. And always, something goes awry. Robert Mothersbaugh soundtrack: We get the '60s French pop tunes as well as the sweeping Gustav Holst. I don't see his name in the credits (odd!) but it still sounds like his musical aesthetic.See this video on The Stir by CafeMom.
Who else's heart is palpitating like mad just watching this trailer?
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