After experimenting with the world of Roald Dahl, Wes Anderson is back for another original tale in the form ofThe Phoenician Scheme, whichScreenRantis inviting its viewers to come to for a special early screening. The movie,written by Andersonon a story developed by him and Roman Coppola, the black comedy centers on wealthy business owner, Benicio del Toro’s Zsa-zsa Korda, well-renowned for his successful ventures and frequent aeronautical crashes. When he elects to appoint his daughter, a nun, as the sole heir to his estate, they find themselves the targets of a wide array of enemies.
Just over a week before it gets its wide release,ScreenRantwill be hosting two special early screenings ofThe Phoenician Scheme. The screenings will be held concurrently in Los Angeles at AMC The Grove and New York City at AMC Lincoln Square at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 21. Tickets are limited, so for those looking to catch Anderson’s latest quirky endeavor, emailliam.c@screenrant.comfor New York City orjoe@screenrant.comfor Los Angelesnow to learn more details and secure your spot!
Why You Should Join ScreenRant’s Early Phoenician Scheme Screening
The Movie Marks A Series Of Exciting Reunions For Anderson
Anderson’s movies have always been on the more eccentric side of filmmaking, often featuring highly saturated visual palettes and stylishly minimalistic filmmaking and practical effects. When it comes toThe Phoenician Scheme, though,there are a lot of reasons why audiences should giveScreenRant’s early screening a watch. First and foremost is the fact that they’ll be able to join those in attendance ofthis year’s Cannes Film Festivalby seeing the film before wider audiences.
One of the more exciting, though, is just how many reunions Anderson has put together in the movie’screative team.The Phoenician Schemecast alone consists of those who have worked with the writer/director on a number of acclaimed titles, particularly del Toro, Tom Hanks, Bryan Cranston, Scarlett Johansson, Bill Murray, Willem Dafoe and Benedict Cumberbatch. The castalso features a few first-time collaborators for the Oscar winner, including Mia Threapleton as Zsa-zsa’s daughter, Sister Liesl, Michael Cera and Riz Ahmed.
Lastly,The Phoenician Schemeserves as Anderson’s return to the big screen after his success withNetflix’sThe Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar and Three More. Considering it’s also his first live-action movie not to be shot by Robert Yeoman, but instead by six-time Oscar nominee Bruno Delbonnel, a theatrical showing will be the best way to experience how the duo’s styles come together for another unique romp.
