The Phoenician Scheme (2025)

“The Phoenician Scheme” is a 2025 film directed by acclaimed filmmaker Wes Anderson, known for his distinctive visual style and offbeat storytelling. Co-written with Roman Coppola, the film weaves a layered narrative that explores the inner workings of a family and their long-standing business empire, set against a backdrop of crime, betrayal, and hidden agendas.

At its core, the film follows the Korda family, a wealthy yet troubled dynasty whose members are entangled in personal rivalries and dangerous alliances. Benicio Del Toro stars as Zsa-zsa Korda, a key figure within the family whose actions set off a chain of events that threaten the stability of their fortune and legacy. Mia Threapleton plays Liesl, a young woman determined to protect the family’s interests while uncovering the truth behind a dangerous scheme. Michael Cera portrays Bjorn, an eccentric outsider drawn into the family’s affairs with consequences neither side could foresee.

Blending elements of action, comedy, crime, drama, and thriller, “The Phoenician Scheme” offers audiences a stylized, fast-paced, and darkly humorous examination of power, loyalty, and deception. Wes Anderson’s trademark use of symmetrical visuals, sharp dialogue, and quirky characters is on full display, supported by an ensemble cast of seasoned performers and emerging talents.

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