Wes Anderson has cast Riz Ahmed in his latest movie, The Phoenician Scheme, and Ahmed’s role in a beloved cult classic proves he has the deadpan comedic chops to pull off an Anderson role. The Phoenician Scheme is the reason why Anderson wasn’t present to accept his Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film at the latest Oscars. He was too busy shooting The Phoenician Scheme in Berlin to accept a trophy for The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar. As production has continued, Anderson has rounded out the cast of his new movie.
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Author: Ben Sherlock
