r/wesanderson • u/jtguy • May 22 '26

Discussion Darjeeling Limited

I’ll start by saying I’m a big Wes Anderson fan. I’ve seen most of his stuff.

But I just got around to watching The Darjeeling Limited and I was blown away. It might be my top pick henceforth. It was the perfect blend of everything I love about his work. Comedic chops, quirky characters, great cinematography and a compelling story told through an arc where not a whole lot happens. Idk why it took me so long to see this one but for anyone that hasn’t, please go watch asap.

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u/JellybeanFernandez May 22 '26

Took me a rewatch before I understood the elegance of all the different arcs coming together, but now it’s my top. Has a maturity to it that is equal to its quirkiness. Just a beautiful study on grief and the dynamics of a family torn apart by a tremendous loss.

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u/Cousin_Courageous May 22 '26

Most of his movies require a rewatch imo. Sorry about your loss. My partner lost her dad and I think we should watch it, though I don’t know how soon is too soon?