Moonrise Kingdom was the opening night gala at this year’s Cannes Film
Festival, where it was deservedly met with widespread approval. This isn’t
merely Anderson’s best film in 10 years; it’s his most Andersonian film in
10 years, and those two things are not unconnected.
Set during the summer of 1965 on an island off the coast of New England,
“Moonrise Kingdom” tells the quirky tale of precocious young Khaki
Scout Sam and forlorn Suzy who make a secret pact and run off together
in the wilderness against the threat of an oncoming hurricane. This sets
in motion an avalanche of frenzy on the island as the Scout troop,
Suzy’s parents and the police chief search for the AWOL couple and
battle the kids’ persistence to be in love.“Moonrise Kingdom” is currently
Certified Fresh at 96 percent on the Tomatometer; here are some of the reviews:
Fresh: “‘Moonrise Kingdom’ is a deeply romantic film, perhaps the
sweetest and most compassionate Anderson has ever made.” — Andrew
O’Hehir, Salon.com
Fresh: “As in ‘Fantastic’ Mr. Fox, Anderson is able to express
sincere personal connection and compatibility while employing a highly
artificial style.” — Todd McCarthy, Hollywood Reporter
Fresh: “As funny, bittersweet and as distinct as you’d expect from
Wes Anderson, a director who helps you know you are not alone.” — Nev
Pierce, Empire Magazine
For more reviews, go to Rotten Tomatoes.
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