Wednesday, October 17, 2007

I went and saw The Darjeeling Limited recently and Wes Anderson's new film was not only a pleasant surprise but I am heading back this afternoon to see it a second time.  It follows the path of three brothers, who meet in India and find themselves grieving the loss of their father, all in separate and unique ways.   I found this film incredibly more enjoyable than Anderson's previous film, Life Aquatic, which felt extremely forced.  For 'Darjeeling,' however, Anderson is spot on with everything in this film.  The casting is just perfect, and the relationship between each brother is very real.  This film had the perfect amount of 'Wes Andersonness' as well as a heavy dose of reality.  At times, this very real and honest film can be depressing, while watching the three brothers experience a 'spiritual journey' through India.  The one problem I had for the film was the obvious nature that Anderson portrays the relieving of the baggage that they all carry.  Without giving away too much, I will just say that it could have been a bit more subtle.  It definitely did not ruin the movie, and I hope everyone goes to see it.  Oh, and try and check out Hotel Chevalier before you do, as it is the prologue to Darjeeling. It is only 13 minutes long, and takes place shortly before Schwartzman's character meets up with his brothers in India.  

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