Contains over five hundred alphabetically arranged entries that provide information about the content, images, and cultural details found in Japanese animation.
Traces animated cartoons and their creators from the turn of the century to today, analyzes major characters, provides filmographies for every animation studio, plus a list of Academy Award nominees, and sources for purchasing cartoons.
a behind-the-scenes look at how an animated film is made
Hahn, Don
2000
A behind-the-scenes look at animation, examining its history and describing the tasks of directors, story artists, songwriters, and animators as they make animated films; including hundreds of illustrations and sketches from Disney movies up to "Fantasia 2000.".
Making an animation may take patience, but it's a lot of fun ... and easier than you think. Why not give it a go? This book gives you all the advice and encouragement you need to take your first steps in the world of animation.
Traces the history of Japanese animation, discussing how it was created, why it has become so popular in recent years, how it reflects modern themes, and other related topics.
Provides information for librarians who are trying to build their manga and anime collections; discussing the history of manga and anime, vocabulary, cultural differences in format and content, programming and event ideas, genres, and more.
Contains more than six hundred exclusive images, including pencil sketches and conceptual drawings, which helped shape the film "The Return of the King".
