Wilson and Anderson’s partnership began with their first feature film in 1996.
Since then, Wilson has become one of the director’s most integral collaborators.
The duo’s writing is heavily reflective, which results in moments of great insight.
These scenes are best observedinThe Royal Tenenbaumswhere Wilson had the defining quote of his movie career.
Wilson’s lead performance inThe Royal Tenenbaumsunderscores the significance of “I always wanted to be a Tenenbaum.”
The line has become a massive cultural marker for the popular found family trope.
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Anderson’s emotional depth is often illustrated by his opposing leads, such as Bill Murray or Jason Schwartzman.
Wilson’s chemistry with his co-stars also significantly elevates his performance and enhances many of their on-screen dynamics.
The movie explores the estranged Tenenbaum family’s complex dynamics as they reunite in their New York City home.
