Colours of Film: The Story Of Cinema In 50 Palettes

Colour is an essential part of film-making and film-going. It has the power to evoke powerful emotions, provide subtle psychological cues and act as a narrative device. Film critic Charles Bramesco explores 50 iconic movies and explains the role that colour played in their success, as well as the influence of technological advances on cinema, from the feud between Kodak and Fujifilm to the advent of digital filmmaking in which anything is possible. Illustrated with infographic colour palettes and photos, and filled with sparkling insights and fascinating accounts.