Philosophy In Film - 081 - The Grand Budapest Hotel

For this week’s episode, the gang marvels at the magnificence of
The Grand Budapest Hotel. With an all-star cast of both fresh and
familiar faces, this charming Wes Anderson film stars Ralph
Fiennes as the concierge of a first-class resort hotel in the
1930s. The story unfolds after the mysterious death of one of the
patrons and M. Gustave (Fiennes) finds himself as the primary
suspect in this splendid escapade. Once in the lobby, take a
right and down the hall to find Craig waiting with Producer’s
Notes (8:31). Alain then shows us to the Beauclair Synopsis
(17:19), with Chris preparing his finest course of memory and
nostalgia in Philosopher’s Corner (28:16). Round Table (38:34)
brings with it all the amenities, with Reviews (1:17:14) and
Mailbag (1:26:45) capping off the celebration. As always, we
discuss the philosophical and non-philosophical aspects of the
movie, and demonstrate to you why we think this is Wes Anderson’s
Grand BudaBEST movie!
(thank you calebms7 for the pun)



Featured Cocktail: Strathcona Shaft Martini (Edmonton,
Alberta)
1oz Experimental Espresso Vodka
1oz Velvet Cream
Splash of cold brew espresso
Shaken with ice and strained into a martini glass 


From Strathcona Spirits: Over ice, add 1 oz of Experimental
Espresso Vodka, Cold Brew, and stir. For added effect, slowly
pour Velvet Cream over top, give a light swirl and enjoy!