Asteroid City Interview: Adrien Brody & Jeffrey Wright on Learning Wes Anderson's Language

If you’ve seen a Wes Anderson film, you know he’s an auteur with a very specific style, and according to costars Adrien Brody and Jeffrey Wright, Asteroid City will deliver on more of what audiences love about his repertoire. In an interview with Collider’s Steve Weintraub, long-time collaborator Brody and Wright, who previously worked with Anderson on The French Dispatch, discuss their relationship with the filmmaker and what it’s like on the set of one of his whimsical productions.

As with prior features such as Moonrise Kingdom and The Grand Budapest Hotel, Asteroid City employs another staggering cast with Tom Hanks, Tilda Swinton, Scarlett Johansson, and many others in another heartfelt tale that takes place in the Sonoran Desert. In a dusty little town, Junior Stargazers and their families are invited to partake in an itinerary of friendly competition, relaxation, and other activities. The convention lures a number of characters to Asteroid City, where they’re embroiled in dramas and romances and bear witness to an otherworldly phenomenon.

During their interview, Brody and Wright share with us what it’s like on the set of a Wes Anderson film, from the exploration of his vision to nailing that very specific dialogue. They also share insight into the director’s temperament, the process of nailing pacing within a scene, and the reasons behind Anderson’s affinity for big A-list casts. For more on Asteroid City, Brody’s upcoming film The Brutalist, and Marvel’s What If…? Season 2, you can watch the full conversation or read along below.

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