Moonrise Kingdom - The Criterion Collection

Wes Anderson directed "Moonrise Kingdom," a 2012 American coming-of-age comedy-drama film. Known for his distinctive visual and narrative style, Anderson has directed several critically acclaimed films, including "The Grand Budapest Hotel" and "The Royal Tenenbaums." His work often features meticulous attention to detail, quirky characters, and a unique blend of humor and melancholy.

The film is set on the fictional New England island of New Penzance in the 1960s. It follows two 12-year-olds, Sam and Suzy, who fall in love and run away together. Their disappearance prompts a search party, including local police and Suzy's parents, to find them. As a storm approaches, the children's adventure becomes a poignant exploration of young love and rebellion.

"Moonrise Kingdom" received critical acclaim and was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. It also earned a Golden Globe nomination for Best Musical or Comedy.