Parental Rating: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned, Some Material May Be Inappropriate for Children Under 13)
➱ STORYLINE:
"Asteroid City" is set in a fictional American desert town during the 1950s. The story revolves around a Junior Stargazer/Space Cadet convention, bringing together students and parents from across the country for scholarly competition, rest, recreation, comedy, drama, and romance.
➱ STAFF REVIEW:
"Asteroid City 2023" is a visually stunning and whimsically charming film that captures the essence of Wes Anderson's unique storytelling. The film's vibrant color palette and meticulous attention to detail create an immersive experience. The ensemble cast delivers exceptional performances, blending humor and emotion seamlessly. The quirky plot, set in a fictional desert town, keeps viewers engaged with its unexpected twists and delightful characters. Anderson's direction shines, making every frame a work of art. "Asteroid City 2023" is a must-watch for fans of imaginative cinema, offering a perfect blend of creativity, heart, and entertainment.
➱ CREDITS:
Director: Wes Anderson
Writers:
- Wes Anderson
- Roman Coppola
Starring:
- Jason Schwartzman as Augie Steenbeck
- Scarlett Johansson as Midge Campbell
- Tom Hanks as Stanley Zak
- Jeffrey Wright as General Grif Gibson
Produced by:
- Wes Anderson
- Steven Rales
- Jeremy Dawson
Production Companies:
- Indian Paintbrush
- American Empirical Pictures
Cinematography: Robert Yeoman
Edited by: Barney Pilling
Music by: Alexandre Desplat
Distributed by: Focus Features
Release date: June 16, 2023
Run Time: 1h 44min
Country: USA
Languages: English
Budget: $25 million
Box office: $54 million
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➱ DETAILED PARENTAL GUIDANCE:
Sexual Content - Moderate
- "Asteroid City" (2023) does contain some sexual content. The film features a brief scene where a woman is seen nude in a blurry mirror, as well as a couple of instances where couples are shown kissing. Additionally, there are references to sexual activity, including a comparison of a man to a rabbit and mentions of a brothel, but no explicit sex scenes are depicted on-screen.
Violence & Bloodshed - Mild
- Comic Violence: The film contains scenes of comic violence, which are generally undetailed and played for humor.
- Domestic Abuse: It is implied that a woman has a history of domestic abuse.
- Graphic Imagery: There is a brief black-and-white image showing a man with an unseen shrapnel injury.
Offensive Language - Moderate
"Asteroid City" (2023) does contain some moderate bad language. There are infrequent uses of terms like "bitch," as well as other milder language such as "hell" and "God".
Substance Use - Mild
- Drug Use: In one scene, an adult asks for a "cocktail and a pill".
- Alcohol Use: Adults are shown drinking casually in various scenes.
- Smoking: Throughout the film, characters, including at one point a child, are seen smoking cigarettes, which reflects the period setting of the movie.
Disturbing & Intense Scenes - Mild
- "Asteroid City" (2023) does not contain overtly disturbing or intense scenes, although it has elements that might be unsettling for some viewers. The film includes moments of melancholy and introspection, particularly as characters grapple with themes of grief and loss. For example, a key plot revolves around a recently widowed war photographer trying to cope with his wife’s death and the impact on his children. Additionally, the movie’s surreal and meta-narrative structure might create a sense of disorientation and confusion
➱ TRIVIA
+ Wes Anderson mentioned that the COVID-19 pandemic inspired both the film and its story.
+ Despite early reports that Bill Murray would be part of the cast, he had to drop out due to contracting COVID-19 before he could shoot his scenes.
+ Although originally planned to be filmed in Rome, production took place in Chinchón, Spain, between August and October 2021. The sets included a desert landscape and a mock train station.
+ The film, directed by Wes Anderson, was initially announced in September 2020 as an untitled romance film. It was later described as a story about a "group of brainy teenagers".
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