Went to see “The Royal Tenenbaums” at the cheap theater last week with my friend Mike. This was my third viewing of the movie – his first. He loved it, which pleased me. I sat there, drinking in every frame, and being amazed that this film didn’t even get nominated for Best Picture. I guess I should just give up the idea that the Academy would ever recognize a film like this. The script, art direction, performances, everything is packed with good stuff, and it gets richer with repeated viewings. I guess if you didn’t like “Rushmore” (unlikely if you’re reading this page), you won’t like “Tenenbaums,” either. But for the rest of us, it’s a wonderful treat. I’m even listening to the soundtrack as I write this.
I can’t remember wanting a DVD release this badly – especially considering how great the “Rushmore” DVD materials were. Highly, highly recommended.
Haven’t seen either yet. I’m definitely going to go see Tenenbaums now. I’m a Gene Hackman fan.
Gene is one of the all-time greats.
Ugh – I can’t believe you liked Royal Tenenabaums. The best part was the closing credits because it meant I got to leave. I love Gene Hackman, but man was RT a bad movie. It was trying to hard to be like “Rushmore”, which I thought was a brilliant movie.