Moonrise Kingdom is a 2012 American coming-of-age art film directed by Wes Anderson, written by Anderson and Roman Coppola. Described as an "eccentric, pubescent love story", it features Bruce Willis as Captain Duffy Sharp with newcomers Jared Gilman and Kara Hayward in the film's main roles and an ensemble cast.[3][4][5] Filming took place in Rhode Island from April until June 29, 2011.[6] Worldwide rights to the independently produced film were acquired by Focus Features.[6]
While preparing the script for Moonrise Kingdom, director Wes Anderson viewed films about young love like Black Jack, Small Change, A Little Romance, and Melody for inspiration.[7]
The film received critical acclaim and was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay and was nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy.[8]
Cast[edit]
Bruce Willis as Captain Sharp
Edward Norton as Scout Master Ward
Bill Murray as Mr. Bishop
Frances McDormand as Mrs. Bishop
Tilda Swinton as Social Services
Jared Gilman as Sam
Kara Hayward as Suzy
Jason Schwartzman as Cousin Ben
Bob Balaban as the Narrator