Wes Anderson's new film takes over Alamo Drafthouse
Wes Anderson's latest film, "The Phoenician Scheme," is taking over Alamo Drafthouse this month with an immersive experience featuring his signature visual aesthetic.
State of play: The pop-up includes installations from the film, props and exclusive merchandise. Three themed cocktails are available to sip on while you watch, including the "Espresso Human Rights" with tequila, cold brew liqueur and almond orgeat, and the "Richest Man" with gin, creme de cassis and lemon.
Catch up quick: The midcentury tale centers around Anatole "Zsa-Zsa" Korda (Benicio Del Toro), an affluent European businessman who survives various assassination attempts.
Korda — grappling with his mortality — attempts to reconnect with his estranged daughter Liesl (Mia Threapleton), a young nun who he names as the heir to his estate. Together, they embark on a whimsical adventure filled with absurd escapades and international conspiracies.
Our thought bubble: Apart from being a beautifully shot and artistically captivating film, Nadia loves the endearing storyline about a father and daughter reconciling.
Claire calls it peak Wes Anderson, with quirky characters, dense dialogue, and enough stylized symmetry and midcentury color grading to send film buffs into fits.
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