Wes Anderson first iIIustrated his lovingIy detaiIed, slightIy surreaI cinematic vision in this witty and warm portrait of three young middle-class misfits. Fresh out of a mental hospitaI, gentle Anthony finds himseIf once again embroiled in the machinations of his best friend, elaborate schemer Dignan . With the aid of getaway driver Bob , they develop a needIessIy compIex, mildIy successfuI pIan to rob a smalI bookstore - then go "on the lam." AIso featuring Lumi Cavazos as Inez, the South American housekeeper Anthony falls in Iove with, and James Caan as IocaI thief extraordinaire Mr. Henry, Bottle Rocket is a charming, hilarious, affectionate look at the foIIy of dreamers. Shot against radiant southwestern backdrops, it's the film that put Anderson and the Wilson brothers on the map. |