8 Unforgettable Musical Interludes In Wes Anderson Films

1. "Ooh La La" (Faces) - Rushmore

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELQOnEgzt-I When we get to the end of Wes Anderson's seminole work, Rushmore, the picture closes with Max Fischer (Jason Schwartzman) asking Miss Cross (Olivia Williams) to dance at the after party for his newest play. Fischer gestures to Ruben the DJ, who winks and slides on a new record. As the ethereal "Ooh La La" by Faces crackles over the soundtrack, Miss Cross removes Max's glasses and, holding him in endearment for the first time, the two approach the dance floor. The tune starts to take off with its heartstring-tugging melody. Anderson switches to slow-motion for the last shot of the film, just as the melancholy yet irresistible lyrics kick in. The song itself speaks to the overall obsoleteness of Max's efforts in the movie, as well as Herman Blume's, and in someways, the obsoleteness of life itself. But for this particular moment, this particular immaculate shot, with everybody in Max's life drifting in and out of frame in slow motion, everything is worth savouring. It's the perfect moment to close curtain on, and that's exactly what Anderson does, with the well-earned grace only he could achieve. Like this article? Let us know in the comments section below.