Rushmore
Touchstone Pictures | Release Date: December 11, 1998
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GreatbealloFeb 22, 2012
I really love this flick. Sadly I can relate to Max's delusional characteristics. He is kind of pathetic in a loveable kind of way. Wes Anderson and Owen Wilson created the most memorable and dysfunctional antilove triangle in the history ofI really love this flick. Sadly I can relate to Max's delusional characteristics. He is kind of pathetic in a loveable kind of way. Wes Anderson and Owen Wilson created the most memorable and dysfunctional antilove triangle in the history of cinema in my opinion. The art direction is slick. The cast is brilliant, especially Murray. The soundtrack is filled to the brim with nostalgic tunes. It's pretty close to perfection. I'm a gonna give it a 10 just the same.… Expand
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TokyochuchuJul 8, 2012
Rushmore is a fantastic movie. It features all of Anderson's quirks and idiosyncrasies front and center. The film is funny, subtle and touching with terrific acting and sharp writing. Jason Schwartzman is a revelation here. Rushmore is aRushmore is a fantastic movie. It features all of Anderson's quirks and idiosyncrasies front and center. The film is funny, subtle and touching with terrific acting and sharp writing. Jason Schwartzman is a revelation here. Rushmore is a movie that just never gets old.… Expand
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HalfwelshmanAug 30, 2012
Rushmore is funny, individual and highly influential in its style, seemingly inspiring just about every quirky school-based comedy of the 2000s, from Napoleon Dynamite to Juno. It's definitely Jason Schwartzman's film, and Max Fischer is oneRushmore is funny, individual and highly influential in its style, seemingly inspiring just about every quirky school-based comedy of the 2000s, from Napoleon Dynamite to Juno. It's definitely Jason Schwartzman's film, and Max Fischer is one of the most annoying egotistical brats ever committed to celluloid, but somehow he still remains a compelling protagonist thanks to Schwartzman's innate charm and undeniable skill as a character actor. Bill Murray and Olivia Williams are also great, with Murray giving one of his best performances in a role that is both comic and quite tragic, and Williams giving the film its real heart and humanity. The script, by director Wes Anderson and his permanent collaborator and longtime friend Owen Wilson, is brilliantly energetic, sharp and gag-laden, as well as being rather tender in places, and is far more successful than their screenplay for their debut film, Bottle Rocket. Occasionally the extreme kookiness of the characters and plot (often one of the film's greatest strengths) causes the film to lose a bit of focus and pace, but this rarely detracts from the fun of the whole experience - Rushmore is a really great film, with a top-notch cast, great writing, humour and poignancy aplenty.… Expand
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SpangleApr 30, 2013
Rushmore is extremely funny at times and Anderson did a magnificent job directing, just as the cast did with their roles. At times, Max was certainly almost painfully awkward, but despite this, everything was good. Would definitely recommend.
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MovieGuysAug 22, 2015
Rushmore is an interesting film. It is Wes Anderson's first big feature film (unless you want to count Bottle Rocket), so his signature quirky style isn't quite developed yet. However, there are elements present in the film that he later usedRushmore is an interesting film. It is Wes Anderson's first big feature film (unless you want to count Bottle Rocket), so his signature quirky style isn't quite developed yet. However, there are elements present in the film that he later used more often in his movies. Consider this a pre-concert to his philharmonic debut.

As for the movie itself, it has a sweet story, and Jason Schwartzman's character is one that we can relate to. The concept of Rushmore itself is a metaphor tossed around during the film, and the movie's themes of loyalty and friendship are well-received.… Expand
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heeldavidJul 23, 2014
Rushmore is Wes Anderson at his best, The character of Max is very intelligent and loveable, Jason Schwartzman was very good at entering into the character, Bill Murray also puts on a very great performance. Great Writing from Anderson and Wilson
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adamjonesJul 28, 2014
This is a wonderful movie. Everyone in the world should see it because it's the best thing

10/10 and only just one of my all-time favorite films ever

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The3AcademySinsJul 21, 2018
The 1990s created some great films. Rushmore stands out as one of the greats of the decade. Memorable, funny, charming, sad, and with a great soundtrack, Rushmore really solidified Wes Anderson and Owen Wilson as great creative forces. And itThe 1990s created some great films. Rushmore stands out as one of the greats of the decade. Memorable, funny, charming, sad, and with a great soundtrack, Rushmore really solidified Wes Anderson and Owen Wilson as great creative forces. And it kickstarted the career of Jason Schwartzman and revitalized the career of Bill Murray.

One of my biggest regrets in life is that I did not see Rushmore until I was done with college. I definitely relate to Max, and I shared a lot of his traits when I was in high school and college: I struggled with grades, loved extra curriculars, struggled in love, loved theatre, had friends, was madly in love with women who never loved me back, and did things that hurt those people in an attempt to make them love me. If I had seen Rushmore earlier in my life, things definitely would have played out differently. Max Fischer is a great example of what NOT to do in your life, and he's incredibly relatable for me in that regard. The only person you'll hurt is yourself.

A great, fantastic coming of age story. Definitely check this one out!… Expand
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ryancarroll88Aug 27, 2010
It's hard to resist smiling through this movie. It's rarely laugh-out-loud funny, but there's an undeniable intrigue through the oddity of it all, and that's what gives the movie its strength.
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SamSep 24, 2001
Best ever, especially Murray. Can't believe he didn't win an Oscar.
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AkhilKOct 6, 2005
Hilarious from beginning to end, Rushmore is a laugh riot that will make you hurl over with painful laughter. The critics' reviews almost always credit Murray for being a "scene stealer". But i think it's Jason Schwartzman that Hilarious from beginning to end, Rushmore is a laugh riot that will make you hurl over with painful laughter. The critics' reviews almost always credit Murray for being a "scene stealer". But i think it's Jason Schwartzman that really steals the whole show. With his hilarious look and expert comedic timing, Jason Schwartzman essentially defined what stealth comedy can accomplaish in a movie. Brilliant!… Expand
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ScraperJan 30, 2016
The only good movie Wed Anderson has ever made. Everything after goes too far with the cartoonishness. Rushmore is the perfect blend of realism and character.
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tonyGreenJan 7, 2023
Great cast, score, visual style and humour. A classic hilarious and bittersweet entry in Wes Anderson's body of work.
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adhamhanyFeb 22, 2014
A very peculiar, and riveting, coming of age story by brilliant director Wes Anderson. He also wrote the script along with longtime friend, Owen Wilson.

Jason Schwartzman and Bill Murray, with two excellent performances, breathe life intoA very peculiar, and riveting, coming of age story by brilliant director Wes Anderson. He also wrote the script along with longtime friend, Owen Wilson.

Jason Schwartzman and Bill Murray, with two excellent performances, breathe life into two very eccentric characters.

Should have watched this a lot sooner. Yet, better late than never.… Expand
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j30Jan 30, 2012
The cynical Rushmore is hilarious and in some way depressing. Wes Anderson's movies live in this strange universe that are both as intriguing as they're odd
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BradySmithSep 28, 2014
This is perhaps the most conventional of Anderson's films, but that might also make it his best. I can enjoy his overly stylized movies a great deal, but Rushmore never feels artificial or pretentious like those ones do. It's a littleThis is perhaps the most conventional of Anderson's films, but that might also make it his best. I can enjoy his overly stylized movies a great deal, but Rushmore never feels artificial or pretentious like those ones do. It's a little quirky but it's nowhere near the extreme end of the spectrum. It might also be Anderson's funniest movie. Why? It has the type of humor that pretty much anyone can get. You don't need to be a jaded cinephile to get a few laughs out of it. Murray & Schwartzman also make nearly perfect frienemies. I always feel like Murray's usually wasted by Anderson, but here he's let out of his cage. It's not perfect. It could have had a few more funny scenes, and occasionally its tones don't meld entirely successfully. But this is a real comedy, and I can't think of another Anderson movie that feels so much like it takes place in real life rather than some twee fantasy land. Max Fisher might also be his funniest character. In his own mind he's a total bad a#s. In reality he's a dweeb, but you can't deny that he's a dweeb with guts and one vicious attitude.… Expand
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alejandro970Sep 24, 2017
Smart and lucky prima opus of Wes Anderson. Brilliant performances, particullarly for fetish actor Jason Schwartzman as the tenth grade, well-intentioned, witt student. Nice choice for a weekend.
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KaustavApr 7, 2018
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Schwartzman has never flexed his funnybones any further than this movie, with the exception of The Darjeeling Limited but that to me holds an altogether special meaning, as it probably is a Wes Anderson masterpiece which started off as a tribute to Satyajit Ray (The Man is a legend of film-making; You could Nayak of the year 1966 with subtitles or otherwise among other works of his to confirm my apparent hypothesis). Did I add how felt about Bill Murray's part in the movie? Well, it wouldn't come as a surprise to say that he is hilarious in Anderson-ic speech and awkwardness of character. His pained but undefeated grimace in the scene where he is beset upon by bees and then retaliates 'appropriately' is purely comedy gold (Check out the revenge montage of Rushmore even if you don't watch the movie. It might just convince to do otherwise).
Olivia Williams was a revelation for me in this movie because I had never seen before this one. And her character as stuck but beautiful damsel-in-distress woman who needs to be wooed by two friends who are separated by an age gap of 35 years or so is just... well, you get it, don't you?
This is not my favourite Wes Anderson work, in fact it would least favourite of the six movies of his that I avidly love but that is only because unspoken uncertainty in the movie that i couldn't over or there too many bits I loved in it than the whole it presented. But this last bit of criticism is a personal thing and it really shouldn't hinder people from watching it. Enjoy a high school filled with love and vengeance and facing-tomorrow like never seen with the paintbrush of Anderson's touch.… Expand
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JeBjBoFeb 8, 2023
Really good. You can see where Andersons specific style originated. I could actually watch this for another hour to see the rest of the months. One of my favorite Bill Murray performances.
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