Wes Anderson’s next movie may feature a scene with characters stuck in an elevator, a plot point that may have been inspired by a real-life incident. On Monday, July 6th, the filmmaker was trapped in an elevator at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures while attempting to exit a 30th anniversary celebration of Bottle Rocket. The Simpsons producer James L. Brooks and Luke Wilson were among the other individuals stuck in the elevator “for 45 fucking minutes,” as actor, filmmaker, and musician King Orba captured in an Instagram video.
Before the Los Angeles Fire Department’s rescue, Wilson can be heard saying he was worried about having to go to the bathroom. Following the incident, Anderson asked a firefighter about the cause of the elevator malfunction, and the firefighter responded that it was probably due to too much weight in the elevator.
Incident and Aftermath
Though Save Your Cinema claimed Anderson was trapped in a “secret passageway/elevator so celebrities can enter and exit without public interference,” The Hollywood Reporter could not confirm whether Anderson had taken an alternative exit. The incident has sparked speculation about Anderson’s next project, with some wondering if the elevator scene will make it into his next film.
Anderson replied, “Okay, thank you very much” to the firefighter’s explanation, and the clip of the incident has been circulating online. The Hollywood Bowl concert series featuring music from Wes Anderson’s films is set to take place from July 10th through 12th, with a stacked guest list including frequent collaborators like Bill Murray and DEVO’s Mark Mothersbaugh, alongside Beck and indie rock royalty like Yeah Yeah Yeahs’ Karen O and My Morning Jacket’s Jim James.
Upcoming Projects and Releases
In other Wes Anderson news, fans can revisit Consequence’s definitive ranking of every Wes Anderson movie. A 10-film collection of his work is also available for 50% off on Amazon as part of a Criterion Collection sale. With the Hollywood Bowl concert series just around the corner, fans are eagerly anticipating the opportunity to experience Wes Anderson’s music live.
The incident at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures may have been a minor setback for Wes Anderson, but it has certainly provided some inspiration for his next project. As the Hollywood Bowl concert series approaches, fans can expect to hear more about Wes Anderson’s upcoming films and projects. With his unique style and creative vision, Wes Anderson continues to be a major force in the film industry, and his next project is sure to be highly anticipated.
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