**Wes Anderson** (born in 1969) is an acclaimed American director, screenwriter, and producer, known for his highly distinctive cinematic style.

His films are characterized by symmetrical compositions, pastel color palettes, surreal and melancholic humor, sharp dialogues, and a meticulous visual aesthetic, almost like a diorama. He often uses chapter-based narratives and a recurring cast of frequent collaborators.

Among his most celebrated works are *Rushmore* (1998), *The Royal Tenenbaums* (2001), which solidified his aesthetic, *Moonrise Kingdom* (2012), and the acclaimed *The Grand Budapest Hotel* (2014). He has also directed stop-motion animated films such as *Fantastic Mr. Fox*. His films explore themes of dysfunctional families, loss of innocence, and the search for belonging, with a touch of whimsy and profound humanity.