Moonrise Kingdom, directed by Wes Anderson and co-written with Roman Coppola, is a comedy-drama that brings together Bruce Willis, Edward Norton and Bill Murray in a story full of nostalgia and charm. Originally released in 2012, this film, which opened the Cannes Film Festival, returns to the limelight when it joins the Prime Video catalog from August 1, 2024, offering viewers another opportunity to immerse themselves in the unique world of Wes Anderson.
The story takes place in 1965 on a small island off the coast of New England. Sam, an eccentric young scout, and Suzy, a dreamy teenager, fall in love and decide to run away together, sealing a secret pact. Their disappearance triggers a general mobilization among the islanders, led by Scoutmaster Ward(Edward Norton) and local policeman Sharp(Bruce Willis). As the search intensifies, a storm approaches, threatening to further disrupt the life of this small community. Through this desperate quest, Moonrise Kingdom explores themes of innocence, self-discovery and budding love.
Moonrise Kingdom appeals to a diverse audience, from lovers of dramatic comedies to fans of Wes Anderson. Its distinctive visual style, characterized by a vivid color palette and symmetrical compositions, makes this film a unique cinematic experience. Fans of films such as The Tenenbaum Family and Aboard the Darjeeling Limited are sure to appreciate this touching, poetic tale. The performances of the actors, notably Bruce Willis and Edward Norton, add further depth to this already emotionally rich story.
Moonrise Kingdom is a must-see film for those who appreciate Wes Anderson's cinema, with its unique blend of melancholy and humor. Available on Prime Video from August 1, 2024, it offers a new opportunity to discover or rediscover this iconic work. A touching and visually captivating adventure sure to delight viewers of all ages.
Our review of Moonrise Kingdom (2012):
It's 1965, on a small New England island, says the narrator, a sort of tour guide in period costume. A town, a family, a scout camp, a getaway and a lot of surprises - that's how Moonrise Kingdom might be summed up.
The film begins when a young boy escapes from his scout camp. In fact, the story begins a year earlier, when young Sam meets Suzy and begins a letter-writing correspondence that seals the details of their escape the following summer. Sam disappears, and then it's Suzy's turn. They reunite and decide to follow the path of Goulet de marée at mile 3.25, the bay they rename Moonrise Kingdom. You'd think this would be the film's great adventure, but it's not. They are soon caught up by parents, police and scouts, who bring them back to reality. Three younger siblings, a mother having an affair with the chief of police for her, social welfare for him. This is where it all (re)begins. Two young lovers, two lost children, struggling to come to terms with society, who, having found each other, have no intention of going their separate ways.
And so much the better for us. Moonrise Kingdom reminds us of that age when the field of possibilities stretched beyond the cliffs, beyond propriety and beyond the world of adults. It's a poetic, romantic love affair. A renewal of hope that reminds us that one day, we too wanted to decide for ourselves what to live and with whom. Through this childlike tale, we discover as many landscapes as sensations. One minute they're dancing innocently to Françoise Hardy on the beach, the next they're being punished and subjected to the parental yoke. The solemnity of their feelings doesn't seem to mar the carefree nature of their story: anything is possible. As if to further underline the fragility of this relationship, the young couple appearing on screen for the first time, Jared Gilman and Kara Hayward, are joined by an all-star cast including Bill Murray, Frances McDormand, Bruce Willis, Edward Norton and Tilda Swinton.
As aesthetically pleasing as it is poetic, Moonrise Kingdom draws the viewer into the rhythm of this frantic race to safeguard the possibility of a love that is as disobedient as it is benevolent.
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