The French Dispatch (2021)
The French Dispatch (2021) is an American comedy drama film. Written, directed, and produced by Wes Anderson from a story he co-created with Roman Coppola, Hugo Guinness, and Jason Schwartzman, it boasts a sprawling cast and tells three unique tales set within the fictional French foreign bureau of the Liberty, Kansas Evening Sun newspaper’s concluding edition. In the fictional French town of Ennui-sur-Blasé (translated as “boredom on jaded”), Arthur Howitzer Jr., the editor of The French Dispatch, passes away in 1975 due to a heart attack. As stated in his will, the magazine’s publication is halted after one last issue, featuring four articles and an obituary as per his request.
The Cycling Reporter. Herbsaint Sazerac takes us on a cycling tour of Ennui, showcasing various significant locations such as the arcade, Le Sans Blague café, and a pick-pocket’s alleyway. Throughout the journey, he draws parallels between the past and present of each place, highlighting both the changes and enduring elements that define Ennui throughout history.
The Concrete Masterpiece. J.K.L. Berensen, a reporter for Dispatch, presents a lecture at the former workplace of her boss, Upshur “Maw” Clampette, discussing the career of artist Moses Rosenthaler. Rosenthaler, who is currently serving time in Ennui prison for murder and is known to have mental health issues, creates an abstract nude portrait of a prison officer named Simone whom he becomes romantically involved with. The painting catches the eye of Julien Cadazio, an art dealer also imprisoned for tax evasion, who purchases it despite Rosenthaler’s objections. After his release, Cadazio convinces his family’s art exhibit business to showcase the painting, leading to Rosentahler gaining popularity in the art world and receiving numerous requests for his work. Despite this success, Rosenthaler faces personal struggles with finding inspiration and focuses on a long-term project.
Revisions to a Manifesto. Lucinda Krementz covers a student protest that erupts in the streets of Ennui and escalates into the “Chessboard Revolution.” While maintaining her commitment to journalistic impartiality, she becomes romantically involved with Zeffirelli, a self-proclaimed leader of the rebellion. In secrecy, she assists him in writing his manifesto and adds an appendix. Juliette, another revolutionary, is unimpressed with the document. After briefly expressing their differing opinions, Krementz encourages them to “make love,” which they proceed to do. A few weeks later, Zeffirelli tragically dies attempting to fix a small radio tower being used as a pirate station for the movement. Soon after, his likeness becomes a powerful symbol for the cause.
The Private Dining Room of the Police Commissioner. In a recent TV interview, Roebuck Wright shares his experience attending a dinner hosted by the renowned police officer and chef, Lt. Nescaffier, along with The Commissaire of the Ennui police force. However, their peaceful gathering is disrupted when the Commissaire’s son Gigi is kidnapped for ransom. After thorough questioning, the police trace the kidnappers’ hideout and set up a stakeout. Amidst a fierce standoff, Gigi uses Morse code to send a distress signal requesting for “the coo..k”. Seizing this opportunity, Lt. Nescaffier enters the hideout under the guise of providing food to both Gigi and the criminals. Little do they know that he has added poison to their meal in a clever trap. Unfortunately, one criminal escapes with Gigi and leads the police on a high-speed chase. In an impressive escape move, Gigi manages to jump into a passing police car through its sunroof.
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Cast:  Benicio Del ToroMoses Rosenthaler  Tony RevoloriYoung Moses Rosenthaler  Adrien BrodyJulian Cadazio  Tilda SwintonJ.K.L. Berensen  Léa SeydouxSimone  Frances McDormandLucinda Krementz  Timothée ChalametZeffirelli  Lyna KhoudriJuliette  Alex LawtherMorisot  Rupert FriendDrill-Sergeant  Cécile de FranceMrs. B.  Guillaume GallienneMr. B.  Christoph WaltzPaul Duval  Jeffrey WrightRoebuck Wright  Mathieu AmalricThe Commissaire  Edward NortonThe Chauffeur  Willem DafoeAlbert the Abacus  Liev SchreiberTalk Show Host  Henry WinklerUncle Joe  Bob BalabanUncle Nick  Lois SmithUpshur 'Maw' Clampette  Steve ParkNescaffier  Bill MurrayArthur Howitzer Jr.  Owen WilsonHerbsaint Sazerac  Jason SchwartzmanHermès Jones  Elisabeth MossAlumna  Anjelica HustonThe Narrator |
The French Dispatch (2021) is an American comedy drama film. Written, directed, and produced by Wes Anderson from a story he co-created with Roman Coppola, Hugo Guinness, and Jason Schwartzman, it boasts a sprawling cast and tells three unique tales set within the fictional French foreign bureau of the Liberty, Kansas Evening Sun newspaper’s concluding edition. In the fictional French town of Ennui-sur-Blasé (translated as “boredom on jaded”), Arthur Howitzer Jr., the editor of The French Dispatch, passes away in 1975 due to a heart attack. As stated in his will, the magazine’s publication is halted after one last issue, featuring four articles and an obituary as per his request.
The Cycling Reporter. Herbsaint Sazerac takes us on a cycling tour of Ennui, showcasing various significant locations such as the arcade, Le Sans Blague café, and a pick-pocket’s alleyway. Throughout the journey, he draws parallels between the past and present of each place, highlighting both the changes and enduring elements that define Ennui throughout history.
The Concrete Masterpiece. J.K.L. Berensen, a reporter for Dispatch, presents a lecture at the former workplace of her boss, Upshur “Maw” Clampette, discussing the career of artist Moses Rosenthaler. Rosenthaler, who is currently serving time in Ennui prison for murder and is known to have mental health issues, creates an abstract nude portrait of a prison officer named Simone whom he becomes romantically involved with. The painting catches the eye of Julien Cadazio, an art dealer also imprisoned for tax evasion, who purchases it despite Rosenthaler’s objections. After his release, Cadazio convinces his family’s art exhibit business to showcase the painting, leading to Rosentahler gaining popularity in the art world and receiving numerous requests for his work. Despite this success, Rosenthaler faces personal struggles with finding inspiration and focuses on a long-term project.
Revisions to a Manifesto. Lucinda Krementz covers a student protest that erupts in the streets of Ennui and escalates into the “Chessboard Revolution.” While maintaining her commitment to journalistic impartiality, she becomes romantically involved with Zeffirelli, a self-proclaimed leader of the rebellion. In secrecy, she assists him in writing his manifesto and adds an appendix. Juliette, another revolutionary, is unimpressed with the document. After briefly expressing their differing opinions, Krementz encourages them to “make love,” which they proceed to do. A few weeks later, Zeffirelli tragically dies attempting to fix a small radio tower being used as a pirate station for the movement. Soon after, his likeness becomes a powerful symbol for the cause.
The Private Dining Room of the Police Commissioner. In a recent TV interview, Roebuck Wright shares his experience attending a dinner hosted by the renowned police officer and chef, Lt. Nescaffier, along with The Commissaire of the Ennui police force. However, their peaceful gathering is disrupted when the Commissaire’s son Gigi is kidnapped for ransom. After thorough questioning, the police trace the kidnappers’ hideout and set up a stakeout. Amidst a fierce standoff, Gigi uses Morse code to send a distress signal requesting for “the coo..k”. Seizing this opportunity, Lt. Nescaffier enters the hideout under the guise of providing food to both Gigi and the criminals. Little do they know that he has added poison to their meal in a clever trap. Unfortunately, one criminal escapes with Gigi and leads the police on a high-speed chase. In an impressive escape move, Gigi manages to jump into a passing police car through its sunroof.
