.new campaign
MONTBLANC x Wes Anderson
Tribute to 100 Years of Meisterstück
written Monica de Luna
When Wes Anderson decides to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Montblanc’s Meisterstück, expect nothing short of a symphony of visual and narrative craftsmanship.
Iconic filmmaker Wes Anderson, known for his meticulous frames filled with pastel hues and symmetrical bliss, has woven a tale around what many consider the crown jewel of luxury writing instruments since its debut in 1924.
Rupert Friend + Maude Apatow
"For 100 years, the Meisterstück has captured millions of stories. [...] That’s why we invited Wes Anderson to put his own unique spin on the world of Montblanc [...] We are excited for the world to rediscover us in a new light."
Vincent Montalescot, Montblanc's CMMO
The setting? A fictional Montblanc headquarters, nestled atop the snowy peaks of Mont Blanc. Here, Anderson's film introduces us to a trio of intriguing characters—portrayed by Rupert Friend, Jason Schwartzman, and Anderson himself—who serve as our whimsical guides through this reimagined temple of craftsmanship.
The campaign is a portal into the culture of writing itself, rekindled in our digitized age. Anderson's distinctive flair for blending the quirky with the quaint transforms this promotional film into a celebration of storytelling, inviting viewers to reconnect with the tactile joy of handwriting.
watch the campaign film by Wes Anderson
Anderson’s narrative mastery turns the Montblanc Meisterstück into a protagonist of its own saga, rich with a century of penning profound stories. This strategic move is revealed through playful dialogue and meticulous set designs that are signatures of Anderson’s style. Each frame is a testament to intentional artistry, making the Meisterstück a gateway to a storied past and a storied present.
Accompanying the film, a series of campaign visuals and shorts feature a diverse cast including Maude Apatow and Waris Ahluwalia, who embody the timeless spirit of the Meisterstück. These visuals accentuate the main narrative and also broaden the scope of Montblanc's homage to the arts, reflecting the brand’s evolution into a purveyor of not just fine writing instruments but a lifestyle of refined creativity.
The campaign cleverly integrates other Montblanc treasures—watches, leather goods—amidst conversations about the pen’s pioneering attributes and the act of writing itself.
Anderson invites us to pause the digital scroll, to pick up a pen, and to remember the pleasure and intimacy of putting pen to paper. It’s a call to cherish the slow, thoughtful strokes of writing in an era rushing through communications.
Waris Ahluwalia
Rupert Friend
credits for images & film
(c) Montblanc / seen by Wes Anderson