Wes Anderson’s THE GRAND BUDAPEST HOTEL serves as both a tribute to Central European culture and fashion during the period between the World Wars and a lament for what was lost with the advent of fascism and communism. The story unfolds in 1932 within a fictional nation called Zubrowka, and the streets, military uniforms, and (artificial) German names presented could easily have originated anywhere from Germany to Es…

This is a skillfully made film from Wes Anderson once again. The performances by Fiennes and Revolori are good, and the sheer number of recognizable actors involved is remarkable, but the approach and storyline feel familiar compared to his earlier works. Still, it manages to be enjoyable.