The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014)

...Or as I like to think of it: A visually stunning movie that was practically scrumptious enough to eat.

The Grand Budapest Hotel Movie Poster

I have a deep love for unique movie posters. I have a Pinterest board dedicated to some of my favorite ones... check it out HERE. The poster for this was enough to interest me in seeing the film. I saw Ralph Fiennes, who plays M. Gustave, on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon showing a clip of the movie and had completely decided to see this.

Ralph Fiennes as M. Gustave H

This film was great, Jude Law narrates, which is always a plus in my book, the cast is in great form, I was pleasantly surprised with how quick and witty Fiennes' comedic timing was. Visually, this movie stands out as a great piece of art.

Jason Schwartzman as M. Jean and Jude Law as The Young Writer

The story line comes second to the cinematography but it's still worthwhile. I loved the layered stories and each character was unique enough to not be confused with such a big cast. I suppose it helps that most of the faces are recognizable on their own. Oh how I do love Edward Norton.

Edward Norton as Henckles

There's lots of great actors who show up in the film. I mean, come on, who doesn't love Jeff Goldblum? I loved the astounding wide shots that were almost like a character themselves in the movie. I tip my hat to Anderson who created such unique and clever shots. 

Jeff Goldblum as Deputy Kovacs

I loved the performance by Tony Revolori, especially the bit with the mustache, every male in the film has a mustache. I love little details like that in a film.

Tony Revolori as Zero

The audience I saw it with, in a packed theater on a Friday night, was laughing the entire time. There was some applause as the credits appeared at the end (usually a rarity now-a-days), and many people stayed during the credits.

This one is definitely worth seeing. It's beautiful and lovely. 

It is currently at 91% on Rotten Tomatoes