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Colour Bank No.6 | Tom Hanks Filmography
Tom Hanks’ filmography is a testament to his incredible range and talent as an actor. With a career median rating of 6.9, Hanks consistently delivers performances that resonate with audiences and critics alike. The hex colour palette…
What is this post about?
This post is part of series that are entitled ‘Colour Bank No.* | Actors Filmography’ and they combine two ideas💡 I had whilst chilling by the pool on a recent holiday 🇫🇷🥖🧀🍷.
My first idea for a post series aimed to document many of the cool colour palettes 🎨 I have seen in the wild or generated in apps like coolors.co. Why? I see so many great colour design choices published by the dataviz community, yet before I know it, they are lost in life’s churn and to my ridiculously poor memory. Documenting the cool palettes will capture them for future inspiration.
The second idea, a series of posts utilising a viz template to extract key insights on my favourite actors allowing me to be more informed in my #FridayNightIsFilmNight movie selection 🍿 🎥 and avoid the inevitable channel hopping or streaming provider doom scrolling – week in week out!
What I’ve done is combine the two ideas, plus my ongoing exploration and leveraging of ChatGPT’s ability to analyse colour choices, visuals and text in a fresh twist format that I find entertaining and useful and I hope you enjoy too.
The format
A series of posts showcasing a cool colour palette that I’ve generated or admired in the wild. I’ll embed this colour scheme in a new viz to be published on a Friday. The viz is a template that teases out a chosen actors ‘fabulous’ or ‘faux pas’ films using the IMDb #DataPlusMovies dataset, thus informing that perfect
#FridayNightIsFilmNight movie choice!
//ChatGPT prompt
‘Summarise text’
The Colour Palette
This palette is inspired by messing about with coolors.
//ChatGPT image generator pro prompt
‘Display this colour palette In a 2x2 grid, add hex colours as labels on white in a readable font: #1,#2,#3,#4’
Why do the colours work well together?
The colours in the palette work well together for several reasons, the following summary focuses on colour theory and visual harmony, further reading on colour theory is available on ‘canva color wheel’
1.Neutral Grounding: The dark grey (#484041) acts as a neutral tone, providing a stable and balanced backdrop. Neutral colours are versatile and can balance more vibrant hues, allowing them to stand out without overwhelming the viewer.
2.Analogous Colours: The blue (#40BCD8) and the green (#329F5B) are analogous colors, sitting next to each other on the colour wheel. Analogous colours naturally blend well together, creating a sense of harmony and cohesion.
3.Complementary Contrast: The soft pinkish-purple (#BC7C9C) contrasts with the green (#329F5B). These colours are complementary, adding vibrancy and dynamic energy to the palette. This contrast creates visual interest and helps important elements stand out.
4.Cool and Warm Balance: The palette combines cool tones (blue and green) with warm tones (pinkish-purple), achieving a balanced look. This mixture of cool and warm tones creates a harmonious and versatile palette that can evoke various emotions and moods.
5.Pop of Colour: The bright blue (#40BCD8) and vibrant green (#329F5B) act as accent colours, adding pops of brightness against the more subdued grey and pinkish-purple. These accent colours draw attention and add energy to the design.
6.Natural Harmony: The green (#329F5B) and blue (#40BCD8) evoke natural elements (like foliage and water), creating a sense of familiarity and comfort. The pinkish-purple adds a touch of elegance and warmth.
//ChatGPT prompt
‘describe why these colours work well together focus on colour theory and visual harmony’
The Viz
Tom Hanks, one of the most beloved actors in Hollywood, has an extensive and diverse filmography that spans various genres. This visualisation provides an insightful look into his career through IMDB ratings, highlighting the highest-rated films as well as those that received less favorable reviews.
Hover over each dot for a plot summary or hone in on the ‘fabulous’ (on the right) for your movie choice inspiration.
Implementing the colour palette
For this weeks colour palette, I have made the following choices to highlight important data points:
1.#484041 (Dark Gray)
•Usage: Used for the title and genre labels.
•Effect: Provides a strong contrast against the lighter background, ensuring the text is easily readable and stands out.
2.#84DCCB (Light Blue)
•Usage: Applied to top-rated films and key outliers.
•Effect: The light blue Colour draws immediate attention to significant data points, such as “Forrest Gump,” highlighting their importance.
3.#32BF5F (Green)
•Usage: Utilised for median and general data points.
•Effect: The green tones provide a balanced visual experience, making it easier to follow overall trends and medians.
4.#BC7C9C (Pink)
•Usage: Used for lower-rated films and outliers.
•Effect: The pink colour creates a clear distinction for films with lower ratings, helping viewers quickly identify less successful titles.
//ChatGPT prompt
‘analyse visualisation as brief blog summary, make summary of Hex colour palette used’
Plotting the IMDb rating purely against the year of release you can see the ebb and flow of IMDb scores across Hank’s career:
Hot-picks
Top-Rated Films:
•Forrest Gump (1994): Leading the chart with an impressive IMDB rating of 8.8, this drama is one of Hanks’ most iconic performances.
•Saving Private Ryan (1998): A critically acclaimed war drama with a rating of 8.6, showcasing Hanks’ versatility and depth as an actor.
•The Green Mile (1999): Another highly rated film at 8.6, where Hanks delivers a powerful performance in this crime drama.
•Toy Story Series:
•Toy Story (1995): Rated 8.3, this animated classic features Hanks’ voice as Woody.
•Toy Story 3 (2010): Also rated 8.3, continuing the beloved series with emotional depth.
•Toy Story 2 (1999): With a rating of 7.9, this sequel is well-loved by audiences.
•Catch Me If You Can (2002): A biographical film with a rating of 8.1, where Hanks stars alongside Leonardo DiCaprio.
•Cast Away (2000) and Captain Phillips (2013): Both adventure and action films received strong ratings of 7.8, showcasing Hanks’ ability to lead gripping, intense narratives.
Median Ratings:
•The overall career median IMDB rating for Hanks’ films stands at 6.9, indicating a generally favorable reception across his extensive body of work.
•Genre-specific medians reveal that his dramas and animations typically receive higher ratings, with several standout titles in each category.
Notable Outliers:
•High Outliers: Films like “Forrest Gump” and “Saving Private Ryan” are well above the median rating, reflecting their critical acclaim and enduring popularity.
•Low Outliers: Titles such as “Volunteers (1985)” and “The Circle (2017)” fall below the median, with lower IMDB ratings indicating less favorable reviews.
//ChatGPT prompt
‘Analyse visualisation as brief blog summary’
Roundup
The following list of films are making it to my ‘definately worth a watch’ list. ChatGPT tells us why these Tom Hank films are considered exceptional examples according to their IMDb ratings.
1.Forrest Gump (1994) - Hanks’ portrayal of Forrest Gump is iconic for its warmth, sincerity, and emotional depth. His ability to embody the character’s innocence and unwavering optimism resonated deeply with audiences, making the film a beloved classic.
2.The Green Mile (1999) - Hanks delivered a powerful performance as Paul Edgecomb, a prison guard on death row. His compassionate and nuanced portrayal brought a profound sense of humanity to the film, enhancing its emotional impact and critical acclaim.
3.Catch Me If You Can (2002) - In this film, Hanks played FBI agent Carl Hanratty with a perfect blend of determination and wit. His dynamic interaction with Leonardo DiCaprio’s character added tension and humor, contributing significantly to the film’s success and enjoyment.
//ChatGPT prompt
‘short summary of why * films are considered excellent examples according to IMDb ratings [list films 1-3]
TL;DR
Tom Hanks’ filmography is a testament to his incredible range and talent as an actor. With a career median rating of 6.9, Hanks consistently delivers performances that resonate with audiences and critics alike. The hex colour palette enhances the aesthetic appeal of the visualisation and also highlights key trends and outliers in his career.
Stay tuned for the next cool colour palette and red carpet A lister filmography overview.
Thanks for reading, ping me if you have any questions or thoughts about my viz or post.
Adam
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