Fans of director Wes Anderson will marvel once again at his filmmaking abilities with the release of his latest endeavor, “The Darjeeling Limited.” The film flirts with cult classic status, as critics and audiences alike fall in love with Anderson’s whimsical style.

Anderson has once again enlisted the help of his friends, actor/writer Jason Schwartzman and writer Roman Coppola, to create yet another dark comedy about trust and family. In keeping with similar themes in his other notable films “Rushmore” and “The Royal Tennenbaums,” “The Darjeeling Limited” tackles the serious topics of death, love and life in a fresh way.

“The Darjeeling Limited” follows the three Whitman brothers on their journey through India in the wake of their father’s untimely death. The brothers (Owen Wilson, Adrien Brody, and Schwartzman) set out on this journey seeking to rebuild the broken bonds between them and find spiritual enlightenment. They bear the weight of their father’s death both figuratively and quite literally as they lug 10 large suitcases that once belonging to him. Along the way, the brothers all come to terms with their diverse lifestyles. This, in turn, brings them closer together.

Half way through the movie, it is revealed that the eldest brother has organized the trip in order to visit their estranged mother (Anjelica Houston), who has lived in a convent at the base of the Himalayas for some time.

Although Anderson’s characters are always uniquely disjointed figures, the Whitman brothers prove to be subtly intricate and stereotypical at the same time.

Wilson’s Francis appears to be in control of his life, but sports some serious head bandages and leans on a cane that suggest otherwise. Wilson inhabits his character to the fullest and, at some point, the line between the two is indistinguishable.

Schwartzman’s character Jack resembles the numerous other roles Schwartzman has portrayed in Anderson’s films. However, Jack’s role as a scorned and confused lover is charmingly disheartening.

The third brother, Peter (Brody), offers a performance so emotionally raw it aches.

Together the brothers possess a chemistry rarely found in movies about families. Anderson creates this dynamic by giving each character a quirkiness that is magnified when the three are together.

Instead of making one brother sick, Anderson allows all three to cope with their individual physical problems in different ways. Francis empties one eye-dropper after another full of a mysterious Indian painkiller into his mouth, while Brody pops tiny pills, and Schwartzman chugs cough syrup.

In addition to his signature oddball characters, Anderson’s filming style achieves new heights in “The Darjeeling Limited.” He captures India’s mystical energy and natural beauty in such a way that viewers feel as though they are right there in the film.

Sprawling landscapes mesh seamlessly with almost too close headshots. Many scenes are so symbolic and distinctive that one feels honored just to behold them. Other scenes are delightfully kooky on their own accord.

“The Darjeeling Limited” can be described as nothing short of a classic. It has an outstanding screenplay, killer soundtrack, amazing filming and exceptional acting make this film the complete package it is. The film manages to tackle grave topics in an invigorating and hopeful way.

If you are in the mood for a poignant film with tons of personality and soul, head to the Landmark Esquire and hop on board “The Darjeeling Limited.” For only $8, this movie is definitely well worth the hilarious and emotional ride.