The Film Vault Ep 2: Wes Anderson - 'The Grand Budapest Hotel' vs 'Moonrise Kingdom'
- Film Focus Team
- May 29
- 1 min read
By Alex Gilston, Romey Norton & Dan Bremner - May 29, 2025
In this episode of Film Focus Online's Film Vault, Romey and Dan delve into the cinematic worlds of Wes Anderson, focusing on two of his iconic films: Moonrise Kingdom and The Grand Budapest Hotel. They explore the narrative depth, character performances, and unique visual styles that define Anderson's work. The discussion highlights the coming-of-age themes in Moonrise Kingdom and the intricate relationships in The Grand Budapest Hotel, while also examining the impact of nostalgia and genre on contemporary filmmaking. The episode culminates in a lively debate about the strengths of each film, ultimately leading to the induction of one of these films into The Film Vault.
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