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The Grand Budapest Hotel

Producer review

Film-school influence; satisfying pace and humor; Fiennes; style integral to character

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  • The film dominated film-school cinematography exercises because its symmetrical framing and dolly shots seemed reproducible.
  • It prompted exploration of Anderson’s earlier films.
  • Its pace, energy and overt humor make it especially satisfying; Fiennes gives a favorite performance.
  • The controlled style feels integral to Gustave and the plot, reducing the irritation some feel with Anderson’s other films.