The Darjeeling Limited

2007

Director: Wes Anderson

Distributors: Fox Searchlight Pictures

Key Elements: Characters – Lines – Message

My Review:

Wes Anderson’s movies always carry a poetically eccentric tone, making Anderson one of the directors I most enjoy. This particular movie is my favorite from him.

The story follows three brothers who come to terms with their father’s death and each other as they seek their mother in India.

My favorite scene is when the three are standing in front of a mirror, watching Francis (Owen Wilson) remove his bandages. “I guess I’ve still got a lot of healing to do,” says Francis. “Getting there, though,” observes Jack (Adrian Brody). “Anyway, it’s definitely going to add a lot of character to you,” offers Peter (Jason Schwartzman).

This exchange is weighty with meaning as it gives both the resolution of the movie, and a perspective on dealing with life’s difficulties.

Keep your eyes open for a cameo from Bill Murray. And if you get the DVD you can watch a short prequel which informs Peter’s short story.

Trailer:



Quotes:

• You don't love me!
  - Yes I do!
  - I love you too, but I'm gonna mace you in the face!
• I wonder if the three of us would've been friends in real life. Not as brothers, but as people.
• What's wrong with you?
  - Let me think about that. I'll tell you the next time I see you.
• I think he's still in mourning.
  - Well I probably still am too.
• Stop including me!
• I guess I've still got a lot of healing to do.
  - Gettin' there, though.
  - Anyway, it's definitely going to add a lot of character to you
  

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