Review of The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004) by Potarto72 — 21 Dec 2014
I think the level of enjoyment The Life Aquatic provides comes from an overabundance of typical Anderson charm and style, with an added layer of energy. The movie is just so energetic, something constantly seems to be moving along.
Anderson doesn't just apply his style; he lets it explode on screen. The titular Steve Zissou (Bill Murray) is easy to relate to, but also distant, in a good way. Like many of Anderson's characters, he has fallen into an abyss of loss and grief, but overcomes it by the end of the film.
More so than Anderson's other films, The Life Aquatic flows like a dream. It's not even so much like a dream; more like a colorful cartoon. The visuals tend to be breathtaking, and when nothing grandiose is happening, the style still shines.
This film isn't just fun, it's wondrous. It all works so well together, and has got to be the most thrilling, charming, and uplifting story Anderson has delivered to date.
This review of The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004) was written by Potarto72 on 21 Dec 2014.
The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou has generally received positive reviews.
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