From the deadpan plots to the repetition of cast, Wes Anderson has many similarities that ties each of his films together. One of the most crucially studied techniques in Anderson’s films is his style of cinematography. Anderson has artistically created his own method of filmmaking through many of his typical aesthetics.
Wide Angle Lens
The most well known technique of any Anderson film has to be his use of wide angle lenses. Not only does he use a typical lens to shoot large landscapes, but he uses an anamorphic 40mm lens which stretches each wide angle to its limit.
Bird’s Eye
Breaking the norm is a trait Anderson is proud of, and this can be seen in many of his films. With his version of the Bird’s Eye View shot, the viewer will either a) get a feeling of novelty/story time, or b) know they are watching a Wes Anderson movie.
Centered Subject
Rule of Thirds is taught about in all composition classes whether it be photography, videography, or painting. Yet again, Anderson breaks these film rules by centering his subject in most shots with an expressionless face staring back at the audience. These scenes are dramatically compelling because they force the audiences attention to the stoic character.
While Anderson uses these similar cinematography traits, there are many other connections between his movies outside of the cinematography realm.
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