For a film that was written as self-reflexive exploration of performance, theater, and the long arc of an actor's career within the film industry, it seemed appropriate to continue on that track and search the film itself for more references. There were many to be found, some more explicit than others.
Best Picture Nominees Flash Exhibit Series: The World of "Grand Budapest Hotel"
Each exhibit runs for 2 days only—stop by Library Special Collections to catch all of them--- they'll be gone in a flash!
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