Apr 30, 2024
For this week’s episode, the gang marvels at the magnificence of
The Grand Budapest Hotel. With an all-star cast of both
fresh and familiar faces, this charming Wes Anderson film stars
Ralph Fiennes as the concierge of a first-class resort hotel in the
1930s. The story unfolds after the mysterious death of one of the
patrons and M. Gustave (Fiennes) finds himself as the primary
suspect in this splendid escapade. Once in the lobby, take a right
and down the hall to find Craig waiting with Producer’s Notes
(8:31). Alain then shows us to the Beauclair Synopsis (17:19), with
Chris preparing his finest course of memory and nostalgia in
Philosopher’s Corner (28:16). Round Table (38:34) brings with it
all the amenities, with Reviews (1:17:14) and Mailbag (1:26:45)
capping off the celebration. As always, we discuss the
philosophical and non-philosophical aspects of the movie, and
demonstrate to you why we think this is Wes Anderson’s Grand
BudaBEST movie!
(thank you calebms7 for the
pun)
Featured Cocktail: Strathcona Shaft Martini (Edmonton, Alberta)
1oz Experimental Espresso Vodka
1oz Velvet Cream
Splash of cold brew espresso
Shaken with ice and strained into a martini glass
From Strathcona Spirits: Over ice, add 1 oz of Experimental Espresso Vodka, Cold Brew, and stir. For added effect, slowly pour Velvet Cream over top, give a light swirl and enjoy!