Moonrise Kingdom Reviews

To date my favorite Wes Anderson and I don't characterize myself as an Anderson fan.

Full Review | Original Score: 4/4

It's doubtful this will win over any outright Anderson sceptics, but ... this is an exciting reaffirmation of talent.

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Wes Anderson's darkest movie yet retains his whimsical sense of humour and Fantastic Mr Fox-styled absurdity.

Full Review | Original Score: 4.5/5

One of the ten best films of 2012.

Full Review | Original Score: A-

At its heart, Moonrise Kingdom is a sweet and surprising love story with a healthy twist of typically warped humour.

Full Review | Original Score: 4/5

The Houston native and University of Texas graduate beautifully blends humor and pathos to create what's bound to be one of the best movies of the year.

Full Review | Original Score: 4.5/5

People who enjoy being immersed in his singular vision won't be disappointed at all.

Full Review | Original Score: 2.5/4

Anderson's manner becomes a second skin and essential to the script, making Moonrise Kingdom a most comfortable way to watch matters uncomfortable.

Full Review | Original Score: 4/4

Easily among the best of [Anderson's] works, it's a technically marvelous film with spot-on performances, a gorgeously realized score, and impeccable production design.

Full Review | Original Score: A+

In the summer of big, expensive superhero flicks, Moonrise Kingdom evokes awe, wonder and the magic of escapism in a much smaller and more precious way.

Full Review | Original Score: 5/5

Another quirky comedy from Wes Anderson who is an acquired taste I have not acquired.

Full Review | Original Score: 5/10

a farce of whimsical philosophical import

Full Review | Original Score: 5/5

It's like a picturesque, ride down a long countryside road in autumn bursting with wonderful imagery; richly developed characters complimented by an excellent score that quickly brings you into this small in scope, but big on brilliance effort.

Full Review | Original Score: 10/10

Films that can charm kids and adults in equal measure are rare. This is one of them.

Full Review | Original Score: 5/5

So precise it could be alien, so raw and aching it has to be human. Competes with the best of Anderson. A film to be celebrated.

| Original Score: 4/4

This is the best film I've seen so far this year.

Full Review | Original Score: A

With its deadpan dialogue and damaged characters, Moonrise Kingdom casts a unique and charming spell and is surprisingly hopeful.

Full Review | Original Score: 3.5/4

Moonrise Kingdom remains - for the most part - a gem of a film, and clear indication that Wes Anderson is only getting better with age.

Full Review | Original Score: 4/5

If you can fully get on Anderson's wavelength you may find this film transportive. I, however, thought it was far too quaint.

Full Review | Original Score: 3/5

How Wes Anderson stitches it all together is far beyond the reach of most filmmakers. His approach is artful without pretension, gorgeous and composed without feeling forced, charming and innocent but never trite.

Full Review | Original Score: 4.5/5