An auteur is the essentially the author for a film. They oversee all audio and visual elements of a film during the film making process. Auteur theory suggests that a film maker or director can use the commercial apparatus in the same way that a writer uses a pen or a painter uses a paint brush, that they are the creative force behind the film.
Directors:
Alfred Hitchcock - The director of well-known films; Psycho, Vertigo and The Birds. His story telling techniques have been praised by many for his ability to be able to successfully create an intelligent plot, witty dialogue, and the superficial mystery and murder. Regardless of the genre he is working with, his skills that are utilised are the real art of his films.
Tim Burton - He is a renowned director and many would refer to him as one of the greatest Auteur Directors in history. He works well because he usually collaborates with the same people who obviously know the best way to go about a film. This is also said due to his constant use of dark themes and quirky characters.
Wes Anderson - It is evident that Anderson has a distinctive visual style which could be picked out a crowd. A significant amount of detail goes into emphasising colour, line, shape and texture which add another element to his films. This is also seen through his shot types, he is renowned for his use of centred shots and symmetrical compesition. Akin to Tim Burton, he tends to collaboratively work with the same directors, crew and cast.
Quentin Tarantino - Through many of his films it is evident that his personal artwork mould comes through visually. His auteur ability comes through with his use of shots, themes and characters in all of his films. He works with the same directors, actors and crew to create these comparable representations.
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