IF IT'S PURPLE, SOMEONE'S GONNA DIE - COLOR THEORY IN FILM

Discover the fascinating world of color theory in cinematography! The book "If It's Purple, Someone's Gonna Die" is a groundbreaking work that analyzes the influence of colors on the viewer's emotions and the film narrative. Immerse yourself in the analysis of over 60 films in which color plays a key role in building tension and reinforcing the message.

• In-depth analysis of the influence of colors on viewers' emotions
• Examples from over 60 films, illustrating the application of theory in practice
• Discussions with Oscar winners, production designers and cinematographers
• Explanation of how color reflects and affects the emotions of characters and viewers
• Required reading for filmmakers, film students, and cinema lovers
• Help in making the right color choices for films
• Allows hobbyists to understand why they feel what they feel when watching films

This book is an invaluable source of knowledge for professionals and amateurs alike. The author presents, based on years of research, how color becomes a tool for creating unforgettable visual experiences. The analyzed films, carefully selected, are an excellent case study showing how colors influence the viewer's perception of the work. Bellantoni demonstrates the power of color, stimulating our awareness of the colors that surround us and make us feel, behave and react in a certain way.

The book also includes unique interviews with outstanding filmmakers such as Henry Bumstead, Robert Boyle, Wynn P. Thomas and Larry Paul, who share their experiences and thoughts on the role of color in film. Their insights help to understand how conscious and intuitive color choices affect the final expression of the work. These discussions reveal how and why the interlocutors made specific color choices, both consciously and instinctively.

"If It's Purple, Someone's Gonna Die" is not only a technical analysis, but also a fascinating journey through the world of emotions and impressions that colors evoke in us. The publication is a groundbreaking book that explains how color influences the audience, the narrative, the characters and the development of scenes. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to delve into the secrets of film art and understand how colors shape our experiences during a screening. This wonderful book helps professionals make the right color choices for their films and allows hobbyists to answer the question of why they feel what they feel when watching films that are kept in specific color palettes.

The book has 252 pages, format 16.5x23.5 cm, paperback edition. Year of publication: 2018.