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    Movie Quirkiness at its Finest

    The Grand Budapest Hotel shows director Wes Anderson at his wacky best

    Alex Bentley
    Mar 14, 2014 | 12:00 am
    The Grand Budapest Hotel shows director Wes Anderson at his wacky best
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    Even if you’ve never quite understood the appeal of his films, it’s hard to knock Wes Anderson for his dedication to the craft. He’s now made eight feature films, and thanks to his unique visual flair and attention to detail, each of them is instantly recognizable as an Anderson original.

    The Anderson dial is turned to 11 in The Grand Budapest Hotel, which tracks the history of the titular hotel in the fictional republic of Zubrowka in Eastern Europe.

    Gustave (Ralph Fiennes) is one of the most memorable characters to come out of an Anderson film in quite some time.

    In particular it focuses on two men: M. Gustave (Ralph Fiennes), manager of the Grand Budapest during its heyday in the 1930s, and Zero Moustafa (Tony Revolori/F. Murray Abraham), a lobby boy in the ’30s who goes on to own the hotel.

    The elder Moustafa tells a visiting writer (Jude Law) how he came to be the owner, and it’s a story that’s full of intrigue, humor, whimsy, death and — above all else — loyalty. It’s also one that’s enthralling from the moment he opens his mouth.

    There’s so much going on in any Wes Anderson movie that it’s difficult to pinpoint why it all works — or doesn’t, as the case may be. Although the elements he includes here don’t appear to be all that different from his previous films — eccentric characters, people moving in straight lines, random throwaway minutiae — they add up to a highly enjoyable experience.

    One deceptively simple choice exemplifies the Anderson spirit and helps set this film apart from even his previous efforts. The film is mostly set in the 1930s, but it’s bookended by scenes in 1968 and 1985, and Anderson films each one of them in the aspect ratio appropriate to that time period.

    It’s a trick that’s been done before, but it helps tremendously in setting the mood for each era. It also establishes Anderson’s movie nerd bona fides, letting the audience know they’re in the hands of someone who knows what he’s doing.

    Another difference could be the tight editing by Barney Pilling, who worked with Anderson for the first time on this film. Cutting a scene too soon or too late can be detrimental to its effect on the audience, and Pilling’s work is spot on throughout the film, helping make every line and joke land perfectly.

    Or it could be the performance of Fiennes, who makes his first appearance in an Anderson film and fits in seamlessly. His Gustave is prim and proper but also delightfully profane when the situation calls for it. This juxtaposition makes Gustave one of the most memorable single characters to come out of an Anderson film in quite some time.

    And that’s saying something when he has to compete with many other distinctive characters. Revolori makes Zero an ideal foil for Gustave, something that’s only heightened when he’s given a love interest (Saoirse Ronan). Willem Dafoe plays a particularly menacing bodyguard with an underbite, surly demeanor and fistful of rings.

    Then there’s the laundry list of actors, including many Anderson regulars, who bring something special to the film: Tilda Swinton, Jason Schwartzman, Bill Murray, Edward Norton, Owen Wilson, Adrien Brody, Jeff Goldblum, Harvey Keitel and more.

    From the smallest details to the witty dialogue to the great acting across the board, The Grand Budapest Hotel is one of Anderson’s most successful outings. It’s hilarious, melancholy and everywhere in between, and it will have fans longing for him to come back soon.

    Ralph Fiennes and Tony Revolori in The Grand Budapest Hotel.

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    Weekend Event Planner

    These are the 9 best things to do in Dallas this weekend

    Alex Bentley
    Aug 21, 2025 | 6:00 am
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    With kids going back to school and the oppressive heat bearing down on us, the slate of events across Dallas is a little slower than usual this week. Choices include four well-known comedians, two new local theater productions, two concerts by long-tenured bands, and the final days of a notable art exhibition.

    Below are the best ways to spend your free time this weekend. If you want more options, check out the calendar for an even longer list of the city's best events.

    Thursday, August 21

    Majestic Theatre presents Marcello Hernández
    Marcello Hernández is a Cuban/Dominican stand-up comedian, writer, and actor who's currently a featured player on Saturday Night Live, becoming popular for his recurring character, Domingo. Doing stand-up since he was 18 years old in 2016, he has opened for headliners such as Tim Dillon, Jim Breuer, Mark Viera, Gilbert Gottfried, and more. He'll perform for one night only at Majestic Theatre.

    Urban Arts Collective presents The Color Purple
    The Color Purple is the musical adaptation of Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel (and the popular 1985 Steven Spielberg film). It spotlights Celie, a downtrodden young woman whose personal awakening over the course of 40 years forms the arc of this epic story. With a joyous score featuring jazz, ragtime, gospel, African music and blues, The Color Purple is a story of hope, a testament to the healing power of love, and a celebration of life. The production runs through August 31 at Kalita Humphreys Theater.

    Improv Addison presents Marlon Wayans
    Actor, producer, comedian, writer, and director Marlon Wayans has had an enviably long career, with much of it thanks to collaborations with other members of the Wayans family. He premiered his first-ever comedy special, Woke-ish, on Netflix in 2018, hosted a week's worth of shows for The Daily Show in 2023, and had a cameo in the Matt Damon/Ben Affleck movie, Air. He'll perform six times through Sunday at Improv Addison.

    Friday, August 22

    The Offspring in concert
    Believe it or not, The Offspring recently celebrated their 40th anniversary as a band, having formed in 1984. They released their debut album in 1989, but it wasn't until their third album, Smash, in 1994 that they had their breakthrough thanks to hits like "Come Out and Play" and "Self Esteem." They've gone on to release 11 studio albums, most recently Supercharged in 2024. They'll play at Dos Equis Pavilion, joined by Jimmy Eat World and New Found Glory.

    Ozark Mountain Daredevils and Pure Prairie League in concert
    The Ozark Mountain Daredevils came to fame as part of the Southern rock boom of the early 1970s. Although the bulk of their discography came out during that decade, they're reunited a couple of times to release new music, most recently Off The Beaten Path in 2018. Like many in their age group, they've decided to hang it up for good with When It Shines, their final tour. They'll play at Winspear Opera House, joined by Pure Prairie League.

    Art Centre Theatre presents ACES!
    ACES! is about five incredible women who did the impossible - again and again and again and again. It's the true story of five Miss Texas USAs who all became Miss USA from 1985-1989, adding in their fictionalized televised reunion special. The production runs through August 31 at Art Centre Theatre in Plano.

    Improv Arlington presents Bill Bellamy
    Using his experiences growing up in Newark, Bill Bellamy started doing stand-up while he was a student at Rutgers University. His long comedy career has led to multiple roles in both television and movies, including Love Jones, How to Be a Player, Any Given Sunday, and Insecure. He also hosts the podcast Top Billin’ With Bill Bellamy. He'll perform five times through Sunday at Improv Arlington.

    Sunday, August 24

    Nasher Sculpture Center presents "Generations: 150 Years of Sculpture" closing day
    Sunday will be the final day to view "Generations: 150 Years of Sculpture" at Nasher Sculpture Center. Drawn from the Nasher’s permanent collection, the selection of works features numerous recent acquisitions and offers conversations about the possibilities for sculpture, both past and present. The exhibition features over 50 works of art by 24 artists, with sculptures by Nairy Baghramian, Kevin Beasley, Huma Bhabha, Anthony Caro, Jaume Plensa, Jean Tinguely, and others.

    Kurtis Conner: The Goodfellow World Tour
    Canadian comedian Kurtis Conner began his career on the now-defunct Vine before transitioning over to YouTube. His long social media presence has led him to get over 5 million subscribers, which has also boosted the audience for his stand-up comedy shows. Also the host of the podcast Very Really Good, Conner will perform for one night only at Majestic Theatre.

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    The Offspring will play at Dos Equis Pavilion on August 22.

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