At this point, it’s safe to say that Wes Anderson has become a very… interesting figure in the film community. While his films have all grown into critical and commercial successes the more his career has moved along, with The Grand Budapest Hotel in 2014 launching him into near-stardom, general opinion of him remains mixed – and for good reason. Anderson is one of the most unique film-makers working today, with an incredibly distinct style of film usually characterized by offbeat, quirky humour, somewhat dysfunctional characters, and particularly stunning visuals – all of which are either a blessing or a detriment depending on who you’re talking to. Nonetheless, it is nothing short of impressive that the man has been able to keep making such niche products and yet amassing a larger following with each new film he puts out. But is it possible for things to become too niche? Now that his new film is out, I’ll take the opportunity to answer the question: Has Wes Anderson finally lost it?
Continue reading “Movie Review: The French Dispatch (2021)”
The Art Archive 