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RUSHMORE cemented director Wes Anderson as one of the most influential & distinct filmmakers of contemporary time. By standing out from the herd & pairing Bill Murray with a feisty, fresh faced newcomer, RUSHMORE’s innocence & heightened realness set the bar for Anderson’s career. And the creative trust & emotional depth put into making the film are just as heartfelt as the movie itself. //**Discussions include**// The brief history & writing process of Wes Anderson & Owen Wilson; origin of RUSHMORE, true life inspirations, how visuals mix with storytelling, plus the themes of the film & finding how humor interacts with heartache; casting stories & deconstruction of characters; editing trademarks, production design, visual style & layered presence of music; release, reception & some of our favorite moments. Jason Schwartzman, Bill Murray & Olivia Williams star in RUSHMORE (1998). Directed by Wes Anderson. //***Picks of the Week***//     •    Lindsay’s Pick: H