Wes Anderson's 'Asteroid City' is a Stylish and Poignant Look at Loss and Storytelling

The film features a play within a TV show within the movie and is set in 1955 in a small desert town during an amateur science competition.
The all-star ensemble cast includes Jason Schwartzman, Scarlett Johansson, Tom Hanks, and Bryan Cranston.
Anderson's signature style results in a visually stunning film that provides creative freedom for the actors but may lack coherence in the plot.
The film explores themes of grief, longing, and humanity's search for meaning in an uncertain world.
While critically acclaimed, the film's complex structure and muted tone may challenge casual viewers.