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Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004)
Release Year: 2004
Nation: United States of America
Alternative Title: N/A
Director: Wes Anderson
Writer: Noah Baumbach, Wes Anderson
Production & Genre
Producer(s):
Companies: American Empirical Pictures, Scott Rudin Productions, Touchstone Pictures
Genre: Adventure, Comedy, Drama
Awards & Similar
Awards: N/A
Similar:
Keywords
Keywords: absurd, acoustic guitar, brazilian character, diorama, dysfunctional family, estranged father, father son relationship, magic realism, oceanography, parent child relationship, pirate, playful, red cap, research turtles, rivalry, scientific expedition
Story
Renowned oceanographer Steve Zissou embarks on an expedition to find and exact vengeance on the rare shark that killed a member of his crew. Joining him on this journey are Ned, who believes himself to be Zissou's son, and Jane, a journalist pregnant with another man's child. Throughout their voyage, they encounter pirates and figures from Zissou's past, including his estranged wife Eleanor.
Summary
Wes Anderson's 'The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou' is an absurdist adventure comedy-drama that follows the titular character as he navigates the complexities of family, relationships, and the pursuit of vengeance. Set against a whimsical backdrop of scientific expeditions at sea, the film explores themes of rivalry, dysfunctional families, and parent-child relationships through its eclectic cast of characters.
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