***1/2 02.25.09 - The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou... 2005... Director Wes Anderson
For me this is one of Bill Murray's best performances. Director Wes Anderson, loves working with Murray, the two have collaborated on three films and Anderson seems to bring out some of the best in Murray.
The film has a pacing and feel about it that is just marvelous. There is so much texture in the film, beyond just what the characters do and say. Take a look at the film a couple of times and you'll see little gems placed all over; in the dialogue, in the sets and more.
Robert Yeoman is the DP on the film and creates a gorgeous film that has rich beautiful colors, contrasted with a 1970's feel of grammar school social studies movie. You know the kind of film that some slept in, some really enjoyed, but everyone loved because the teacher wasn't teaching that day.
The DVD has a lot of great extras and is worth spending some time going through afterwards.
This is a film that just creates a mood from the word go and keeps it consistent throughout. It also takes on you a roller coaster ride of emotions that I think you'll appreciate in the end.
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