Rushmore vs The French Dispatch

The film that launched the careers of both Wes Anderson and Jason Schwartzman, 'Rushmore' is a sharp, funny, and surprisingly poignant look at an eccentric high school student. Max Fischer's obsession with his school and his complicated friendship with a wealthy industrialist creates a unique dynamic that is both hilarious and uncomfortable. It established many of the tropes that would define Ande...

An anthology film that serves as a love letter to journalism and the New Yorker magazine. It is divided into three distinct stories, each with its own visual style and tone. The film is a maximalist exercise in Anderson's aesthetic, packed with detail, rapid-fire dialogue, and an incredible cast. While it lacks the singular narrative focus of his best work, it is a fascinating experiment that show...