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Fantastic Mr Anderson

We are huge fans of Wes Anderson here at Light House and we know you are too! So, for the month of March we are delighted to finally bring you a full retrospective of the films of Wes Anderson, finishing up with a massive Wes Anderson party on the opening night of his new film Isle of Dogs on 30th March. A filmmaker so famed for his idiosyncratic visual aesthetic that his storytelling prowess is sometimes overshadowed, but as a writer and a director, Wes Anderson’s films have a welcome balance of biting humour and generosity of spirit that make his work a joy to experience on the big screen.



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Bottle Rocket

March 5th, 3pm & 8.45pm

Based on his short black & white film of the same name, Bottle Rocket is our first introduction to the colourful world of Wes Anderson and frequent collaborators Luke and Owen Wilson. Bottle Rocket is a crime caper and a road movie about three friends who embark on a (mis)adventure in the world of crime. Full of Anderson’s trademark sense of humour and complex, neurotic characters, this is a great introduction to the world of Wes.



Rushmore

March 9th, 10.45pm

March 10th, 3pm

The film that really got Wes Anderson noticed internationally, Rushmore follows Max Fischer (Jason Schwartzman), a student obsessed with his school, Rushmore Academy, but less for its academia than for extracurricular events. Rushmore features a superb supporting performance from Bill Murray as a wealthy industrialist who becomes a friend and love rival to Max for the affections of teacher Miss Cross. Here, Anderson’s style really comes into its own and the film has become a comedy classic and icon of 90s indie cinema.



The Royal Tenenbaums 35mm

March 13th, 3pm & 8.30pm

March 16th, 10.45pm

March 18th, 3pm

Arguably Wes Anderson’s masterpiece, The Royal Tenenbaums is an elegantly told story about a family of child geniuses who grow up to be, in their own ways, disappointing. On the surface the film is full of Anderson’s trademark stoic camerawork, stylised production design and autumnal colour palette but has a beautiful heart that allows its deeply flawed characters to earn our affection. Featuring quintessential performances from a truly exceptional ensemble cast,The Royal Tenenbaums is a true modern classic.



The Darjeeling Limited 35mm

March 14th, 3pm & 8.30pm

March 17th, 3pm

One of the most visually striking of Anderson’s films, The Darjeeling Limited makes full use of an extensive colour palette based upon the film’s setting, India. The film follows three American brothers as they try to reconnect with each other on an epic train journey through India whilst dealing with their complex pathos along the way. A gorgeous film, best experienced on the big screen.



The Life Aquatic With Steve Zissou

March 21st, 3pm & 8.30pm

March 23rd, 10.45pm

What’s not to love about this rag-tag bunch of sea-faring men and women and their complicated leader Steve Zissou? Wes Anderson has a knack for bringing us colourful, crazy, mis-matched families and this one is something very special. Join the notorious oceanographer and his crew as the attempt to track down and exact revenge upon a mythical shark who killed Zissou’s partner. Beloved by many, this is one benefits from watching with a fun, enthusiastic audience.



Moonrise Kingdom

March 24th, 3.30pm

March 28th, 3pm & 8.45pm

Wes Anderson’s unique brand of dreamy nostalgia works beautifully here in this story of young love set around a seaside village in New England. A romantic, frank and hilarious look at two very dramatic teenagers as they are drawn to each other and decide to pursue their love at any cost. Moonrise Kingdom is exceptionally lovely and we can’t wait to revisit it.



The Grand Budapest Hotel: Prosecco and Patisserie

March 24th, 12.00pm event 1pm film



We are pleased to host a very special “prosecco and patisserie” afternoon screening of Wes Anderson’s The Grand Budapest Hotel on Saturday 24th March. Your ticket will include a glass of prosecco or a Grand Budapest-themed cocktail along with beautiful patisserie treats, inspired by the film and a ticket to a screening of The Grand Budapest Hotel at 1pm.





Fantastic Mr Fox

March 25th, 3pm

We are massive fans of Wes Anderson’s first foray into the world of stop-motion animation. Based upon Roald Dahl’s short novel about a fox whose main thrill in life is antagonising three horrible farmers who live nearby. Anderson’s creation is a somewhat more complex antihero who, despite his love for his wife and teenage son, can’t quite bring himself to move on from his glory days of chicken-killing and settle into domestic life. One for all the family.



The Grand Budapest Hotel



March 29th, 3pm & 8.30pm

A very recent classic, The Grand Budapest Hotel, tells a story within a story within a story of the history of a fictional Grand Budapest Hotel through the eyes of a former lobby boy whose life has remained forever interlinked to hotel and his former employer M. Gustave. A visual feast and with a hilarious lead performance from Ralph Fiennes, we’re delighted to bring one of our favourites back to the big screen.



Wes Anderson Party + Isle of Dogs

29th March

Party - 9pm

Isle of Dogs Screening – 00.00am

Get your costumes ready to celebrate the release of Wes Anderson’s new film Isle of Dogs! We’re excited to host a Wes Anderson Fancy Dress Party on 29th March. Don’t miss your chance to share a cocktail with your fellow fans and walk amongst a plethora of Tenenbaums, Zissous, Lobby Boys (and girls!), and maybe even some “quote- unquote “fantastic”” Mr Fox’s as we take over the entire building with Wes Anderson themed fun, topped off at midnight with your first chance to see his new film, Isle of Dogs.
 
hard to believe that such am intense scene in Pulp Fiction was based so strongly on real events

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The trailer for the TV movie about the 2 Corey's takes an incredibly dark turn midway through.

Given the news from yesterday I think I should probably flag this is a content warning

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I suppose people like to espouse their particular philosophies no matter how little they need the money - although no doubt there's a mint to be made in it. I expect this sort of shit goes down better in the States where the cult of celebrity is that bit more all-encompassing.
 
I suppose people like to espouse their particular philosophies no matter how little they need the money - although no doubt there's a mint to be made in it. I expect this sort of shit goes down better in the States where the cult of celebrity is that bit more all-encompassing.
I imagine the sort of people who sign up to these Masterclasses are guys who send unsolicited scripts to actors on social media or hijack directors’ Q&As to talk for 25 minutes about their own film project.
 
Some of them seem so fruitless though. Hans Zimmer on film composing could give you some practical tips on how to approach things, or even Mahmet on scriptwriting (though you could probably learn it all from a book), but Steve Martin teaches comedy?
 
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Some of them seem so fruitless though. Hans Zimmer on film composing could give you some practical tips on how to approach things, or even Mahmet on scriptwriting (whough you could probably learn it all from a book), but Steve Martin teaches comedy?
Lol. Imagine thinking you could master Steve Martin's genius wit, timing and physical comedy by paying $180 to watch 11 videos. Poor saps
 
Plenty of people crowing about it over on Fuckface, but when you ask when they were last there, it's all "oh it's years" - then you wonder why places close down??!!???!!ARRRRGGGGggghhheeennnniiiii!

I think it's ok to be sad about a place you might have fond memories of going. But the anger seems weird.
 

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