American filmmaker Wes Anderson has taken over TikTok with his signature style with this latest trend.

The eccentric director, 53, is best known for his quirky visual and narrative movies like The Grand Budapest Hotel, Fantastic Mr Fox and The French Dispatch. 

However, his latest claim to fame is a viral trend which sees TikTokers 'romanticise' their lives and hometowns like their living in a Wes Anderson flick. 

Here is everything you need to know about the director and how you jump on the fad yourself. 

@themichaelbarrymore I like this trend x Part 2 here: @Michael Barrymore #wesanderson #michaelbarrymore #fyp ♬ Obituary - Alexandre Desplat

Who is Wes Anderson?

Wesley Wales Anderson, is a filmmaker and a producer from Houston, Texas in the United States. 

Anderson went to the University of Austin where he studied for a Bachelor of Arts with a major in philosophy.

This is where he met his flatmate and future friend and actor Owen Wilson who has gone to star in many of his projects.

His first film which he made with Luke and Owen Wilson was called Bottle Rocket and was released in 1996.

Since then, Anderson has gone on to develop other popular movies like The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou, The Darjeeling Limited, Moonrise Kingdom and more.

His most successful film is considered to be The Grand Budapest Hotel with grossed nearly $175 million worldwide.

It was also critically acclaimed, accumulating nine Oscar nominations with four wins for Best Production Design, Best Costume Design, Best Makeup, and Best Original Score. 

Anderson was also nominated for Best Director.

Which actors appear in Wes Anderson movies?

As well as Anderson's unique visual flair, the director is well known for partnering with the same actors across multiple projects. 

Fans will be familiar with the likes of Léa Seydoux who appears in both The Grand Budapest Hotel and his latest flick The French Dispatch. 

Some of his favourite recurring actors include Little Women star Saoirse Ronan, Toni Revolori ( Marvel's Spider-Man trilogy) and Frances McDormand ( Fargo, Women Talking).

Anderson has also worked with the likes of Adrian Brody, Willem Dafoe, Tilda Swindon, Edward Norton and Billy Murray on multiple occasions.

What is the Wes Anderson TikTok trend?

@keithafadi

I’ve recently discovered Wes Anderson and his films so here’s a quick & fun little video for this trend

♬ Obituary - Alexandre Desplat

TikTokers have now translated the Director's iconic style to their own social media clips.

The hashtag #wesanderson has accumulated 555.5 million views and counting since the aesthetically pleasing trend took off.

The craze involves users embracing the dreamy-like qualities of Anderson's movies as they emulate his precision-like symmetry, quirky awkwardness and colourful landscapes.

The videos are typically set to the song 'Obituary' which is the original score for The French Dispatch.

The tune was written by award-winning composer Alexandre Desplat.

How to create your own Wes Anderson inspired TikTok video

@esno.art How to create the perfect Wes Anderson edit #wesanderson #alexandredesplat #wesandersonedit #wesandersonaethetic ♬ Obituary - Alexandre Desplat

You don't need to be living in an Anderson-esque location like an art-deco train station or a bustling Parisian street either to hop on the trend.

TikTokers have been applying his instantly recognisable directorial flair to their daily lives with film locations including everywhere from bedrooms to Starbucks.

The key to making your own Wes Anderson style TikTok is making it your own but there are a few tips to help you nail the trend.

The trending clips typically opens with the TikToker staring directly into the camera alongside a sarcastic prompt like "Please don't act like you're in a Wes Anderson movie today or 'You're not going to turn this trip to the supermarket into a Wes Anderson film are you?'

@historicalpocketbook Jumping straight onto the #wesanderson trend because I absolutely love it📽 I’m still fairly new to TikTok so did this for fun, but there’s a bit of history in here for those interested in finding Edinburgh’s hidden walks and wanders too. #foryou #foryourpage #edinburgh #edutok #historytime #edinburghscotland #rodneystreet #scotlandstreet #abandonedplaces #abandonedrailway #edinburghtiktok #railwaytunnels #edinburghunderground ♬ Obituary - Alexandre Desplat

TikTok user @esno.art advises users to remember the importance of symmetry in Anderson's films and to find things that have lines that you can use to set up your shots.

The TikToker also suggests that you always turn 90 or 180 degrees when you film and your shot should always be straight at the subject and never at an angle.

Additionally, your clips should be static and you should avoid using any 'shaky, handheld footage, he added.

Your filming should be as smooth and slow as possible as you track whatever your subject is along the frame.

When it comes to watch you should film, focus on colourful buildings and landscapes, especially if they have warm, earthy or pastel tones. 

Vintage clothes and objects are also ideal for giving your video that Wes Anderson feel - good luck!