Review of Moonrise Kingdom (2012) by Jared K — 14 Nov 2013

Like Fantastic Mr. Fox, Wes Anderson's Moonrise Kingdom is a witty, fun movie with the same style and feel.

This review of Moonrise Kingdom (2012) was written by Jared K on 14 Nov 2013.

Moonrise Kingdom has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Stav N (3) on 09 Sep 2018

Best movie ever. This masterpiece has no faults, no problems, and nothing wrong with it. It's the only movie that is absolutely perfect…

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By Gabrielle P (24) on 01 Jan 2019

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By Clarence Jim R (39) on 30 Dec 2017

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Director Wes Anderson's newest film on the block is smart, witty, and a total delight. 'Moonrise Kingdom' brings out the inner kid in us…

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Moonrise Kingdom just about stands up as a worthwhile folly, an ode to 20th century British classical composers and chic khaki outfits that…

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By Filippo V (494) on 18 Feb 2018

Beautiful visuals, soundtrack and performances…

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By Chris N (682) on 08 Jun 2018

I have a soft spot for ridiculous dialogue done with straight faces, and Anderson delivers with Moonrise Kingdom…

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Moonrise Kingdom is so charming, so quaintly and perfectly designed, like a pretty diorama in which Wes Anderson carefully places his actor-dolls,…

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By Ted W (1,490) on 30 Dec 2017

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