Assignment task: Discussion, you will need to watch two films: The Grand Budapest Hotel and a film of your choice from the provided list.
Film One:
The Grand Budapest Hotel (Wes Anderson. 2014)
Wes Anderson is known for his unique style and look. His compositions and mise-en-scene set him apart and so much of it has to do with the production designs: the sets, the costumes, the props, all are purposefully chosen and placed to enhance Anderson's themes and style. While watching this film, notice the vibrant color pallet, the whimsical set design, and the eccentric costumes and make-up. The film is also a superb example of Anderson's ability to tell stories visually and create a complex narrative with multiple timelines and aspect ratios.
Film Two:
This week watch one of these Production Design Award Winning films to discuss and compare it to The Grand Budapest Hotel
- Alien (1979)
- All Quiet on the Western Front (2022)
- Amelie (2001)
- Anna Karenina (2012)
- Arrival (2016)
- The Aviator (2005)
- Barry Lyndon (1975)
- Black Panther (2018)
- Black Swan (2010)
- Blade Runner (1982)
- Doctor Zhivago (1965)
- Blade Runner 2049 (2017)
- Dune (2021)
- Ex Machina (2015)
- The Great Gatsby (2013)
- Her (2015)
- Hugo (2011)
- Inception (2010)
- In the Mood for Love (2000)
- La La Land (2016)
- Mad Max (2015)
- Midsommar (2019)
- Moulin Rouge (2001)
- Ran (1985)
- Roma (2018)
- The Shape of Water ¬(2017)
- Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (2011)
For both The Grand Budapest Hotel and the film you selected:
1. Post a screen grab of a scene that you feel is representative of the film's look.
2. Discuss the mise-en-scène of the shot.
o What is in the frame that conveys information about the film?
o Is there camera movement? Does it convey any information?
o Are the colors in the scene significant?