Moonrise Kingdom is a 2012 coming-of-age comedy-drama film directed by Wes Anderson. The film is known for its distinctive visual style, whimsical storytelling, and ensemble cast.
Here's a brief overview of the plot:
Set in 1965 on the fictional New England island of New Penzance, Moonrise Kingdom follows the story of two young individuals, Sam Shakusky (Jared Gilman) and Suzy Bishop (Kara Hayward).
Sam is a 12-year-old Khaki Scout attending Camp Ivanhoe, led by Scout Master Randy Ward (Edward Norton). Suzy is a 12-year-old girl with a penchant for reading fantasy books and an inclination toward rebellion. The two youngsters, who are both considered outsiders, strike up a secret pen-pal correspondence and decide to run away together.
When Suzy's parents, Walt (Bill Murray) and Laura (Frances McDormand), discover that their daughter is missing, they alert the local authorities. Captain Sharp (Bruce Willis), a kind-hearted but somewhat troubled police officer, takes charge of the search. As the adults on the island try to find the missing children, a storm is brewing, and a sense of adventure and exploration permeates the air.
Sam and Suzy, with their limited resources and survival skills, navigate the wilderness, encountering various challenges along the way. Their journey is marked by a mix of innocence, budding romance, and a desire to create a world of their own. Meanwhile, the adults, including Scout Master Ward and Captain Sharp, grapple with their own personal issues and feelings of nostalgia.
Wes Anderson's Moonrise Kingdom is celebrated for its quirky characters, vivid cinematography, and the director's signature aesthetic. The film explores themes of youth, love, and the search for identity, all set against the backdrop of a charmingly eccentric and meticulously crafted world. The film received critical acclaim for its originality and charm.
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Cast
- Bruce Willis as Captain Sharp
- Edward Norton as Scout Master Ward
- Bill Murray as Mr. Bishop
- Frances McDormand as Mrs. Bishop
- Tilda Swinton as Social Services
- Jason Schwartzman as Cousin Ben
- Bob Balaban as Narrator
- Jared Gilman as Sam
- Kara Hayward as Suzy
- Lucas Hedges as Redford
- Larry Pine as Howard Billingsley
- Marianna Bassham as Becky
- Neal Huff as Jed
- Eric Chase Anderson as Secretary McIntire
- Jake Ryan as Lionel
- Harvey Keitel as Commander Pierce
Director: Wes Anderson
Writers: Wes Anderson, Roman Coppola
Box Office Gross: $68,264,022
Distributor: Focus Films
Genre: Comedy Drama Family Romance
Release Date: May 16, 2012