Director

As you may know, I recently rewatched all of his films, and it’s weird. As many times as I’ve seen them all before, it was like I was watching them for the first time. I think it’s amazing how a director can fit so much into a two hour movie, where everytime you watch them, you get something new. 

Bottle Rocket: This is easily Wes’ weakest film in my opinion, but I still rate it a 9/10, maybe an 8.5/10 on a bad day. I love the fact that he didn’t hold back in his directorial debut, and he introduced two actors to the world, who are both pretty damn popular nowadays. One of the last scenes, which is basically the "2000 Man" scene, is my favorite scene from a Wes Anderson film. And don’t think I’m just saying that because Martin Scorsese likes it. That scene just defines why I love film. It gives me goosebumps everytime I watch it, the song, Owen Wilson’s quote, James Caan in slow motion, it’s all so perfect. 

Rushmore: I think I’m gonna go ahead and say this my second favorite Anderson film, and either his first or second best. Once again, he introduced another great actor to the world: Jason Schwartzman. The character of Max is just amazing, as is Bill Murray’s character. "I Am Waiting" is one of the greatest uses of music in film. I loved the dialogue, I the concept, I loved the supporting roles (Olivia Williams, Luke Wilson and Seymour Cassel). Everything about it is just spectacular, it’s hard to even get words out. 

The Royal Tenenbaums: I have a weird history with the film. The first time I watched it, I thought it was okay, but one of Wes’ weaker works. The second, third, fourth, etc. time I watched it, I proceeded to call it overrated. Now I rewatched it Saturday, and think it’s one of the greatest film ever made. The characters are so screwed up and complex, it’s crazy. The plot is quirky. The set is so detailed, and probably the best designed set ever. Everybody gives A+ performances, to the point where you feel like you really know these characters, like they’re the weirdo family from next door. The music throughout the film is probably the best selection of music for a movie ever. The Stones, The Ramones, Elliot Smith, The Beatles, etc. And it all fits together perfectly. It gets every emotion out of you. You get Angry at Ben Stiller’s character for not just making up with his dad, you feel sad when the dog dies, sad when Royal dies, you laugh at pretty much everything, you get frightened when Richie tries to kill himself. Honestly, this is a masterpiece if there ever was one, and frankly I’m upset that I’m just realizing this. The suicide scene would be my second favorite Wes Anderson scene by the way. 

The Life Aquatic With Steve Zissou: The most underrated film of all-time. Yup, bold statement. It kills me that people call this Anderson’s worst. It’s my favorite Bill Murray performance and my favorite Owen Wilson performance. The plot is amazing. The music is amazing. The cast and performances are amazing. It’s such a touching movie, when Steve Zissou gives Owen’s ring to the kid at the very end, that’s beautfiul. "Stevsie" is one of my favorite quotes ever, and "Kingsley (Ned) Zissou" is one of the funniest little sub-plots (if you will) from an Anderson flick. Pure genius. And if you haven’t realized, it’s my favorite film from Wes Anderson, Bill Murray, Owen Wilson, Anjelica Huston, etc. 

The Darjeeling Limited: I liked this much, much more the first few times I watched it. The most recent time I watched it, it seemed to fly by. But don’t get me wrong, it’s still a wonderful film. It’s probably his most serious film, although some parts are hilarious. Adrien Brody did great his first time working with Wes, but Owen was my favorite character. My favorite "sub-plot" was the whole belt thing, wether or not Owen wanted to give it away, lol. The scene with the kids drowning is beautiful, but my favorite scene is the start of the film, where Brody and and Bill Murrau were both trying to catch the train. That scene, with The Kinks playing is just amazing. 

Fantastic Mr. Fox: The greatest animated film of all-time, hands down. This thing is spectacular. The dialogue is phenomenal, the amount of detail proves why Wes is currently the best director cinema has to offer (yes I said currently). Replacing swears with the actual word "cuss" was brilliant. An animal heist movie is brilliant. The cast is brilliant (probably Wes’ best cast so far, although Moonrise Kingdom tops that probably). Also Watch this movie on Blu-Ray if you get the chance.

So yeah. One opinion I’d like to share: Anderson writes his funniest movies with Noah Baumbach, his best movies with Owen Wilson (for the most part), and his most serious movies with Roman Coppola. 

BQ: What are your expectations for Moonrise Kingdom?
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Oops, just realized Yahoo! cut off the BQ. lol. I meant to say I love the cast and the plot, but I hate the fact that Owen Wilson more than likely has no involvement in the project. Which wil be the first time he hasn’t worked on one of Wes’ movies in some way. I also hope it has comedic elements and isn’t a straight-forward drama.

Sorry for all the typos, I’m writing all this one my phone.

I really cannot top your reviews… I feel the same on all counts except Royal Tenenbaums is #1, then Rushmore, Darjeeling… Life Aquatic and Mr. Fox are tied

BQ- It will probably become my third favorite of his, but you never know

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Secretive Corporate-Legislative Group ALEC Holds Annual Meeting to Rewrite State Laws

http://www.democracynow.org/2011/8/5/secretive_corporate_legislative_group_alec_holds

Hundreds of state legislators from all 50 states have gathered in New Orleans for the annual meeting of the American Legislative Exchange Council, known as ALEC. Critics say the Washington-based organization plays a key role in helping corporations secretly draft model pro-business legislation that has been used by state lawmakers across the country. Unlike many other organizations, ALEC’s membership includes both state lawmakers and corporate executives who gather behind closed doors to discuss and vote on model legislation. In recent months, ALEC has come under increasing scrutiny for its role in drafting bills to attack workers’ rights, roll back environmental regulations, privatize education, deregulate major industries, and passing voter ID laws. Nonetheless, this year’s annual ALEC meeting boasts the largest attendance in five years, with nearly 2,000 guests in attendance. We go to New Orleans to speak with Lisa Graves, executive director of the Center for Media and Democracy. Last month, her organization released 800 model bills approved by companies and lawmakers at recent ALEC meetings.

In the states its the State legislatures, and in the Federal Government its the Congress.
Both groups are influenced by lobbyists for a particular business, or industry or interest.
These are interests on all sides, both pro and con.
And there are times when certain laws or regulations are written in such a way that only one particular company or industry benefits. This has been ongoing since at least the days of Henry Ford.