Overview

• The film premiered in competition for the Palme d’Or at Cannes on May 18 and opened in the UK on May 23 before its US limited release on May 30 and wide release on June 6.
• Production designer Adam Stockhausen transformed Studio Babelsberg soundstages into Venetian palazzo–inspired backdrops with hand-painted trompe-l’œil walls and practical miniatures.
• Composer Alexandre Desplat provides an original score that blends seamlessly with classical tracks to underscore the film’s mid-century espionage tone.
• Michael Cera’s turn as Bjorn earns consistent praise for bringing unexpected emotional energy to Anderson’s signature ensemble style.
• Reviewers acclaim the film’s visual craftsmanship and performances while critiquing its narrative propulsion and questioning its emotional core.