Wes Anderson directs Montblanc short film with Darius Khondji in a new project that brings together Anderson, Roman Coppola, and an impressive cast. This collaboration follows the release of Anderson’s latest feature, The Phoenician Scheme, and strengthens his creative relationship with luxury brand Montblanc.
A New Creative Partnership Unfolds
Fresh off the debut of The Phoenician Scheme in theaters, Wes Anderson revisits his partnership with Montblanc for a brand new short film, this time titled Let’s Write. Last year’s film was captured by Linus Sandgren, but the current project features cinematography by Darius Khondji, renowned for his earlier work with Anderson on Castello Cavalcanti. Anderson both directs and stars in this short film, joined by Rupert Friend, Michael Cera, Waris Ahluwalia, and Esther McGregor, with the collaboration also involving Roman Coppola as co-director. The short film continues to highlight Anderson’s unique visual style and the spirit of storytelling cherished by Montblanc.
The Inspiration and Setting Behind ‘Let’s Write’
According to the official description, the film
“returns to the Montblanc Observatory High-Mountain Library in a literal, metaphorical, and poetic journey—one that celebrates writing, creativity, and Montblanc’s unique spirit of storytelling.”
With Anderson’s signature attention to detail and whimsical approach, the setting reinforces a theme of literary exploration and artistic expression that resonates with Montblanc’s brand identity.
Critical Reception and Behind-the-Scenes Insights
Cannes reviewer Luke Hicks shared his impression of The Phoenician Scheme, commenting on Anderson’s distinct creative atmosphere:
“Watching The Phoenician Scheme is like walking through an immaculately curated home-design or vintage store, oohing and aahing at all the remarkable things you’d never seen or previously imagined. It’s fun, interesting, relatively shallow, inspiring in certain crafts, and usually becomes a sluggish experience after sorting through everything for a while. If you’re not buying something, the perusing itself isn’t the kind of experience you take home with you. Or if you do take back something non-material, it’s the abstract memory of eccentric patterns, wallpapers, weapons, costumes, tchotchkes, pieces of furniture––tabled ideas for your next room remodel or dishware set.”
—Luke Hicks, Cannes Reviewer
Audiences also have the opportunity to explore additional context with 20 minutes of behind-the-scenes footage that delve into the creative process for The Phoenician Scheme, shining a light on Anderson’s intricate collaboration with Darius Khondji, as well as the involvement of Michael Cera, Rupert Friend, Waris Ahluwalia, and Esther McGregor.
The Broader Impact of Anderson’s Signature Style
This latest collaboration between Wes Anderson, Montblanc, and creative partners like Roman Coppola and Darius Khondji further cements Anderson’s influence in both film and branded storytelling. The short film exemplifies the synergy between luxury branding and cinematic artistry, reinforcing Montblanc’s tradition of honoring writing and creativity. As viewers anticipate more groundbreaking partnerships, Anderson’s ventures continue to inspire audiences and the creative industry alike.
