Paula Hammond - Features EditorHas any film director used colour as vividly or an memorably as Wes Anderson? That’s the question which fuels Hannah Strong’s Colours of Wes Anderson — this new must-have book that explores and celebrates the wonderful and whimsical world of Wes.
Tracing his entire back catalogue movie critic Strong introduces each film, from the old world charm of The Grand Budapest Hotel to the poignant aesthetics of Moonrise Kingdom. Within each chapter, Strong reveals Anderson’s signature use of colour, using stills from the movies, alongside vibrant infographic colour palettes. The result is both a feast for the eyes, and food for thought, encouraging Anderson fans to see the maestro’s filmography in a whole new light.
Rich with scenes from the movies, supported by special features on themes in Anderson’s work, Colours of Wes Anderson is a must-have for fans of Wes Anderson who are eager to delve deeper into the work of one of modern cinema’s most innovative and visually stimulating filmmakers.
Colours of Wes Anderson: The Films in Palettes (ISBN 9781836003601) by Hannah Strong is published by Frances Lincoln, RRP £16.99 (hardback).
