Rating: R
Movie Release Date: February 21, 1996
DVD Release Date: November 25, 2008
Plot 411: Three friends plan a heist and spend some time on the lamb.
Review: This is the first time I can say that I actually like a Wes Anderson movie. I've tried The Royal Tenenbaums, The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou and The Darjeeling Limited and still didn't get it. This one was a lot more entertaining, which could be attributed to the optimistic naivity of Dignan (Owen Wilson). Dignan has a 75-year plan during which he and his best bud Anthony (Luke Wilson) will pull some heists together. The purpose of these robberies is to get in with a crew run by Dignan's former boss and landscaper Mr. Henry (James Caan). Then they'll be in the big leagues and live in luxury. Together with their friend Bob, their getaway driver and the only one with a car, they plan their heists. This is a quirky comedy that focuses on Dignan's hopes and dreams despite how unrealistic and senseless they are. He somehow manages to wiggle his way into your heart, even though you know he's a nut job. For a crazy guy, he's surprisingly noble and somewhat heroic. For most of the movie, Anthony doesn't have the heart to let him down, and this is why he's led into all sorts of situations. The humor increases when you see how important these heists are to Dignan. Life is an adventure and risks are worth taking.
Watch It: If you haven't enjoyed a Wes Anderson movie yet. I feel ya. Try this one out for kicks before you write him off.
Skip It: If Owen Wilson's annoyingly nasal-sounding voice is too much for you. He does a lot of talking, and even though most of it is out his ass, his twang is undeniable.
Movie Release Date: February 21, 1996
DVD Release Date: November 25, 2008
Plot 411: Three friends plan a heist and spend some time on the lamb.
Review: This is the first time I can say that I actually like a Wes Anderson movie. I've tried The Royal Tenenbaums, The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou and The Darjeeling Limited and still didn't get it. This one was a lot more entertaining, which could be attributed to the optimistic naivity of Dignan (Owen Wilson). Dignan has a 75-year plan during which he and his best bud Anthony (Luke Wilson) will pull some heists together. The purpose of these robberies is to get in with a crew run by Dignan's former boss and landscaper Mr. Henry (James Caan). Then they'll be in the big leagues and live in luxury. Together with their friend Bob, their getaway driver and the only one with a car, they plan their heists. This is a quirky comedy that focuses on Dignan's hopes and dreams despite how unrealistic and senseless they are. He somehow manages to wiggle his way into your heart, even though you know he's a nut job. For a crazy guy, he's surprisingly noble and somewhat heroic. For most of the movie, Anthony doesn't have the heart to let him down, and this is why he's led into all sorts of situations. The humor increases when you see how important these heists are to Dignan. Life is an adventure and risks are worth taking.
Watch It: If you haven't enjoyed a Wes Anderson movie yet. I feel ya. Try this one out for kicks before you write him off.
Skip It: If Owen Wilson's annoyingly nasal-sounding voice is too much for you. He does a lot of talking, and even though most of it is out his ass, his twang is undeniable.
