The Darjeeling Limited

Name: The Darjeeling Limited
Genre: Adventure, Drama, Comedy
Released: September 29, 2007
Duration: 91 min
Rating: 67
Cast: Adrien Brody, Jason Schwartzman, Owen Wilson

2007

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Fox Searchlight Pictures | Release Date: September 29, 2007 | R

Starring: Adrien Brody, Jason Schwartzman, Owen Wilson

Summary: Three American brothers who have not spoken to each other in a year set off on a train voyage across India with a plan to find themselves and bond with each other -- to become brothers again like they used to be. Their "spiritual quest", however, veers rapidly off-course (due to events involving over-the-counter pain killers, Indian coughThree American brothers who have not spoken to each other in a year set off on a train voyage across India with a plan to find themselves and bond with each other -- to become brothers again like they used to be. Their "spiritual quest", however, veers rapidly off-course (due to events involving over-the-counter pain killers, Indian cough syrup, and pepper spray), and they eventually find themselves stranded alone in the middle of the desert with eleven suitcases, a printer, and a laminating machine. At this moment, a new, unplanned journey suddenly begins. (Fox Searchlight)… Expand

Director: Wes Anderson

Genre(s): Adventure, Drama, Comedy

Rating: R

Runtime: 91 min

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Premiere Glenn Kenny

A picture that certain Brits and connoisseurs of British colloquial English might call "a grower" … more moving and funny the more I think about it. Read full review

Empire Angie Errigo

Funny peculiar and funny ha ha, with a spontaneity and energy that gather up a powerful emotional head of steam as it chugs along. Read full review

A.O. Scott

The Darjeeling Limited amounts finally to a high-end, high-toned tourist adventure. I don’t mean this dismissively; it would be hypocritical of me to deny the delights of luxury travel to faraway lands. And Mr. Anderson’s eye for local color — the red-orange-yellow end of the spectrum in particular — is meticulous and admiring. Read full review

Nathan Lee

I was moved by Darjeeling, flaws and all, but if my job is to explain why, I find it difficult for reasons that are none of my business. From the minute Wilson walks onscreen, face covered in scars, eyes full of trouble, Darjeeling is warped by the gravitas of his recent suicide attempt. Read full review

Scott Tobias

The men are fuzzily defined and the film feels incomplete. The devil may be in the details, but for the first time, Anderson's obsession with them has caused him to lose sight of the bigger picture. Read full review

Rene Rodriguez

The latest Christmas-tree movie from director Wes Anderson, who makes pictures so carefully appointed and decorated, they sometimes feel like they're made to be looked at instead of watched. Read full review

Mick LaSalle

A frustrating movie, a work of immaturity from a director who should be past the empty gestures and self-protective distance of his early work. Read full review

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kisu999

Sep 7, 2013

My favorite movie ever, just perfect. It's hard to explain why it's so good, to somebody who hasn't seen it. Every man, woman and child in the world should watch it at least 10 000 times...

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MattA.

Feb 27, 2008

Great Movie. I love it. Makes you want to let go of the little things in life, and do things to fulfill yourself. Amazing cast, great soundtrack, beautiful scenery. A good time if you can relate to the material.

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frankiesommer

Oct 11, 2021

Honestly, I get why many people are uncomfortable with this movie (mainly because the characters are Westerners going to India), but it's just so good. I don't know what it is about it that makes it so genuine, but it's really moving. And just because somebody is financially stable, doesn'tHonestly, I get why many people are uncomfortable with this movie (mainly because the characters are Westerners going to India), but it's just so good. I don't know what it is about it that makes it so genuine, but it's really moving. And just because somebody is financially stable, doesn't mean they're a bad person, nor are immune from difficulties in life.… Expand

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Bestpony

Jan 2, 2013

The Darjeeling Limited might be the best way to test how much you really like Anderson. The story gets lost along with the titular train and never really comes back, it's moral is delivered in an almost embarrassingly literal scene, the cameos (Murray, Portman) are entirely unnecessary, andThe Darjeeling Limited might be the best way to test how much you really like Anderson. The story gets lost along with the titular train and never really comes back, it's moral is delivered in an almost embarrassingly literal scene, the cameos (Murray, Portman) are entirely unnecessary, and the cooler-than-your-playlist soundtrack seems designed to make you buy a book on Indian film music. But if you love Anderson unmistakable style, you'll gladly hop on the train along with the three fantastic main actors, content to let the director take you wherever he wishes. It's a warm, laid-back, colorful experience, essentially comfort food for a particular type of moviegoer. If "Anderson being Anderson" sounds good to you, you won't be disappointed.… Expand

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KenG.

Nov 9, 2007

A flawed but overall, worthwhile piece of work. It overstays it's welcome, as all the stuff with Angelica Huston feels corny and uncessary (film should have ended with brothers getting on plane at airport, rather than them tearing up their tickets and going off to find Huston). Films A flawed but overall, worthwhile piece of work. It overstays it's welcome, as all the stuff with Angelica Huston feels corny and uncessary (film should have ended with brothers getting on plane at airport, rather than them tearing up their tickets and going off to find Huston). Films also works better while there is a bit of a chill in the air between the brothers, than it does later on, when the chill thaws, and things become much more warm, fuzzy and sappy between the brothers. But most of the film is pulled of with offbeat humor, charm, heart, good performances, and likable characters.… Expand

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WadeT.

Nov 2, 2007

'The Darjeeling Limited' reveals why Seinfeld never could work as a movie. The reality is Wes Anderson's latest movies rolls along with a lifeless rhythm, at times trying to be funny, but none-the-less accomplishing nothing in its story of three brothers trying to reconnect 'The Darjeeling Limited' reveals why Seinfeld never could work as a movie. The reality is Wes Anderson's latest movies rolls along with a lifeless rhythm, at times trying to be funny, but none-the-less accomplishing nothing in its story of three brothers trying to reconnect after a year apart. The performances never are engaging enough to totally consume you, so you are left with a lifeless piece of filmmaking set in the dessert. I literally wondered if something was going to happen and when it did the storytelling felt forced and unnatural. Anderson's best movies are quirky enough to keep your attention while still providing a unique experience. The Darjeeling Limited is quirky, but that's about it.… Expand

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SteveT

Oct 12, 2007

obvious boring nonsense. a lighthearted spiritual journey in the crazy third world. is this a bad max fischer play?

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