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Anderson's large ensemble cast generally does pretty well with the material they are given, but their actions feel removed from consequence or plot relevance to make us feel a lot fo their characters. Thematically, the film also seems a bit inert, seeming to jump around in subtext without providing the plot context to justify it-including through the framing device of a play. This would be fine if the wide array of characters involved were more compellingly written, but the screenplay treats their motivations as simply second fiddle to 'style,' world-building, and more abstract themes. The film is a true ensemble piece, and doesn't have a clear main character. As a fan of his work, I was looking forward to 'Asteroid City.' This retro sci-fi tale of a UFO/alien sighting in a 1950s desert town certainly delivers Anderson's expected vibes, but fails to pair the visuals and auteurist elements with an engaging, emotionally impactful plot or character development that is equally strong and/or effective. Yet his films are not just aesthetically engaging they tend to be hilarious and well-written in a quirky, down-to-earth way. There’s Something Wrong With The Childrenįor more coverage of the best movies and TV shows available on Netflix, HBO, Amazon Prime, Hulu, and Showtime, check out Vulture’s What to Stream Now hub, which is updated throughout the month.Few independent filmmakers have a style as unique and distinctive as Wes Anderson's, whose signature aesthetic is almost immediately recognizable upon watching one of his films. Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets

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