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I would have given this film 3.51 stars if possible. I am a huge Wes Anderson fan, and, although I did not watch his whole catalogue of stylistic works of art, I came to The French Dispatch with an established idea of Wes' aesthetic, usual cast, usual type of plot and all other defining characteristics. This one is different. It is in black and white most of the time, and it is a collection of tales smaller in size, yet, of the obvious, connected. Of course Wes' presence is undoubtedly shining in all of the film, and when I say different I do not mean it in an inherently bad way. The movie is colorful, just not in the literal sense. The style is amazing. The direction can be confusing at times, but it is a central part of The French Dispatch's qualities. The cast is well chosen and fits its every role. The story is quite average, with some parts being better than others. It's hard to point out a single flaw, but not because the movie is flawless. Some parts were good, just not good enough. Overall, I think this film is an experience worth trying without too much expectations. It did not disappoint me, but unlike other Wes Anderson films, it did not transcend my expectations.