Colors of Film: The Story of Cinema in 50 Palettes

Name: Colors of Film: The Story of Cinema in 50 Palettes
Brand: Running Press (Turner Classic Movies)
SKU: 131336
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Colors of Film: The Story of Cinema in 50 Palettes offers a unique visual journey through film history by showcasing iconic movies through their distinctive color palettes. This book combines art and storytelling, perfect for cinema lovers, designers, and creatives seeking inspiration and insight into the power of color in film.

Category: Books

Tags: cinema book, cinema history, film art book, film design, film studies, movie color palettes, visual storytelling

Brands: Running Press (Turner Classic Movies)

Taking you on from the earliest feature films to today, Colors of Film introduces 50 iconic movies and explains the pivotal role that color played in their success.

The use of color is an essential part of film. It has the power to evoke powerful emotions, provide subtle psychological symbolism and act as a narrative device.

Wes Anderson’s pastels and muted tones are aesthetically pleasing, but his careful use of color also acts as a shorthand for interpreting emotion. Moonlight(2016, dir. Barry Jenkins) cinematographer (James Laxton) and colorist (Alex Bickel) spent 100 hours fine-tuning the saturation and hues of the footage so that the use of color evolved in line with the growth of the protagonist through the film. And let’s not forget Schindler’s List (1993, dir. Steven Spielberg), in which a bold flash of red against an otherwise black-and-white film is used as a powerful symbol of life, survival and death.

In Colors of Film, film critic Charles Bramesco introduces an element of cinema that is often overlooked, yet has been used in extraordinary ways. Using infographic color palettes, and stills from the movies, this is a lively and fresh approach to film for cinema-goers and color lovers alike.

He also explores in fascinating detail how the development of technologies have shaped the course of modern cinema, from how the feud between Kodak and Fujifilm shaped the color palettes of the 20th Century’s greatest filmakers, to how the advent of computer technology is creating a digital wonderland for modern directors in which anything is possible.

Filled with sparkling insights and fascinating accounts from the history of cinema, Colors of Film is an indispensable guide to one of the most important visual elements in the medium of film.

Colors of Film: The Story of Cinema in 50 Palettes offers a unique and visually captivating exploration of the history of cinema through the lens of color. This book distills the essence of fifty iconic films, presenting each one as a carefully curated palette that captures the mood, style, and emotional impact of the movie. It invites readers to experience film in a new way, appreciating how color shapes narrative and influences cinematic storytelling. Designed for cinema lovers, artists, designers, and anyone interested in the interplay between color and culture, this book enhances the user’s understanding of film as a multidimensional art form. Each palette is accompanied by insightful commentary that connects color choices to the thematic and emotional nuances of the film, enriching the reader’s appreciation of both classic and contemporary cinema. The visual presentation is striking and thoughtfully arranged, making it easy to immerse oneself in the vivid worlds created by filmmakers. Colors of Film fits effortlessly into everyday life as a source of inspiration and reflection, whether displayed on a coffee table, referenced for creative projects, or simply enjoyed as a deep dive into cinematic artistry. Its unique approach to storytelling through color not only celebrates the beauty of film but also encourages readers to notice and value the subtleties that contribute to a movie’s lasting impact. This book stands out as a distinctive and engaging addition to any collection, illuminating the powerful connection between color and the art of cinema.