In a match made in indie film heaven, Michael Cera and Wes Anderson have finally joined creative forces in “The Phoenician Scheme” - a movie that feels like it was destined to happen since forever.

The film follows the delightfully bizarre story of an international tycoon named Zsa-zsa Korda who decides to make his novitiate daughter his estate’s heir, with Cera playing a Norwegian tutor named Bjørn Lund. And yes, he’s wearing a bow tie while gently balancing an insect on his finger - peak Wes Anderson aesthetic, folks.

A Friendship Years in the Making

Their collaboration isn’t just a random casting choice. Cera and Anderson first met over 15 years ago, with Cera being a longtime admirer of Anderson’s unique filmmaking style. The actor even describes Anderson as a “luminary inspiration” who significantly shaped his artistic sensibilities.

From Actor to Filmmaker

But Cera isn’t just content being in front of the camera. He’s transitioning behind it, with plans to make his directorial debut with “Love Is Not the Answer” - a film featuring Pamela Anderson and Steve Coogan. Talk about a career glow-up!

Quirky Collaborations

Their partnership extends beyond this film, with Anderson already tapping Cera for a Mont Blanc advertisement. It seems like the beginning of a beautiful, wonderfully weird creative relationship that Bay Area film nerds will absolutely obsess over.