The French Dispatch: Release Date, All-Star Cast, And Other Quick Things We Know About Wes Anderson’s Latest Film

*The French Dispatch Has Over 125 Sets *

Though Wes Anderson often works on a modest budget (by Hollywood standards, at least), particularly with the $25 million price tag associated with this newest movie, The French Dispatch isn’t lacking in scope, scale, or vision. Indeed, The French Dispatch tells a broad-reaching interconnected interlope of stories, which require a lot of unique characters bouncing between a variety of French-based backdrops. That must cause so many headaches — even for a seasoned filmmaker like Anderson. 

Indeed, according to Indiewire, The French Dispatch will feature over 125 different sets, which is incredibly daunting to wrap your head around, especially when you’re seated in the director’s chair. Alas, there’s the reason why Anderson is as revered as he is! Additionally, The French Dispatch marks a first for the long-respected filmmaker; it’ll be the first Anderson movie to feature black-and-white photography.