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(2004)
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Internationally famous oceanographer Steve Zissou (Bill Murray) and his crew - Team Zissou - set sail on an expedition to hunt down the mysterious, elusive, possibly nonexistent Jaguar Shark that killed Zissou's partner during the documentary filming of their latest adventure. They are joined on their voyage by a young airline co-pilot, who may or may not be Zissou's son (Owen Wilson), a beautiful journalist (Cate Blanchett) assigned to write a profile of Zissou, and his estranged wife and co-producer, Eleanor (Anjelica Huston). They face overwhelming complications including pirates, kidnapping, and bankruptcy. Oscar-nominated writer-director Wes Anderson (2001, The Royal Tenenbaums, Best Original Screenplay) has assembled an all-star cast that also includes Willem Dafoe, Jeff Goldblum, Michael Gambon, Noah Taylor and Bud Cort for this wildly original adventure-comedy.
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Reviewed by: Geek Pie
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The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou review by Geek Pie
A bit of a disappointment.
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I'm a big fan of Wes Anderson, with both 'Rushmore' and 'The Royal Tenenbaums' amongst my favourite films of all time, but I have to admit to finding 'The Life Aquatic' a bit of a disappointment. Although for the most part Wes Anderson films are more about the characters than the story in which they exist, story wise this was too bland, with some pretty dull dialogue and relying too heavily on the quirkiness of the characters, and at two hours long the film could have easily lost 30 minutes. Overall, if you're Wes Anderson fan then you'll want to see it, but if you're new to Wes Anderson's films I would give this a miss and rent 'Rushmore' instead.
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The fantastic Steve Zissou
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I have now watched this film numerous times and it is one that requires repeated viewings to fully appreciate how good it is. Having said that I find myself being drawn back to it time and time again. This is a must for any Wes Anderson fan and in my opinion his best work. Bill Murray is at his best with great support from Owen Wilson and Willem Dafoe. The humour is very subtle and perhaps a little offbeat so if you like that sort of thing this is one for you. The film may seem a little slow paced to some but I feel this is down to giving you the chance to really get to know the characters. All in all i great , amusing film.
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Reviewed by: Francis
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The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou review by Francis
Just outside Reality
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This film is brilliant. There are two American directors who i have taken a real interest in. Wesw Anderson is one of them. Some people do not like his style of film making, i love it. If you liked Rushmore, if you liked The Royal Tenembaum's, this film is for you. If you didn't, maybe steer clear.
The film follows Steve Zissou, a documentary film-maker, avenging the life of his colleague who was eaten by a mysterious multi-coloured shark. There are a catalogue of great characters characters, one of which (Owen Wilson) is thought to be, although probably isn't, Steve's son. Plus a soundtrack, by Sea Jorge, of Bowie songs translated into Portuguese,
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Reviewed by: WS
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The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou review by WS
Amazing
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I'm a bit surprised at the negative reviews of others. I loved this film and have watched it several times, and would list it as one of my favorites.
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Reviewed by: Peter
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Strange Film
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A side slap and Jacque and the under water films.
But not many laughs, a tongue in cheek film, as opposed to LoL one.
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The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou review by Rubber Ducky
Awful
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Had heard a lot about this but it came across as totally self-indulgent rubbish. With this cast you'd think it would be good. Afraid not - we had to switch it off out of total boredom. If it was possible to give 0 out of 5, this would get it.
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Rated: 3.1 stars out of 5 from 207 ratings
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The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou - Disc 1
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The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou - Disc 2: Bonus Material
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BFI Classification:
Suitable only for persons of 15 years and over
| Release Date: | 04/07/2005 |
| Production Year: | 2004 |
| Run Time: | 114 minutes |
| Aspect Ratio: | Widescreen 2.35:1 |
| Format: | Pal |
| Colour: | Colour |
Special Features:
- Audio Commentary
- Deleted Scenes
- Sea Jorge performs David Bowie
- This is an Adventure Documentary
- Intern Video Journal
- Stills Gallery
- Easter Eggs
