This book based on an exhibition of both familiar and never-before-seen art from The Walt Disney Family Museum and the Walt Disney Animation Research Library. It walks the reader scene by scene through the movie, accompanying the art with behind-the-scenes stories about the film's production.--From dust jacket
Exploring the creation of Disney's most ambitious project, this book delves into the challenges faced during the making of Fantasia. It highlights the innovative concept of pairing the world's greatest music with exceptional animation, showcasing the Disney studio's artistic prowess. The narrative captures the breathtaking journey of bringing this monumental work to life, revealing the dedication and creativity involved in overcoming obstacles to achieve a groundbreaking cinematic experience.
Nothing succeeds like success, but for Donald Duck, honesty about his flaws endears him to us. This expansive illustrated publication revisits Donald’s journey over nine decades, following the success of a similar work on Mickey Mouse. From his debut in the 1934 Silly Symphony short film The Wise Little Hen, the authors explore Donald’s extensive catalog of over 170 cartoons, comic adventures, TV appearances, and theme park moments. They also delve into his unfinished film projects, providing fans with unique insights. Utilizing Disney’s historical archives and private collections, the authors present Donald’s story through rare concept art, story sketches, animation, and photographs. The work of key artists who shaped Donald’s character is highlighted, particularly the legendary Carl Barks, alongside previously unseen storyboard drawings. Donald Duck stands as the most frequently printed figure in comics outside the superhero genre and has appeared on screen more than any other Disney character. Since the 1950s, Duckburg has evolved into a global phenomenon, enriched by a new generation of international artists. As Carl Barks noted, Donald embodies our shared human experiences and mistakes, making him relatable and beloved. This monumental tribute captures the essence of the world’s most famous Duck.
During the Roaring Twenties--from 1921 through 1928--Walt Disney and his friends made more than ninety silent cartoons, turning them out as often as one or two per month. Years before Mickey Mouse, the young entrepreneur recruited and nurtured an extraordinary array of talented people. Drawing on interviews with Disney's coworkers, Disney's business papers, promotional materials, scripts, drawings, and correspondence, the richly illustrated Walt in Wonderland reconstructs Disney's silent film career and places his early films in critical perspective.
Im Mittelpunkt des zweiten Bandes der umfangreichsten Reihe, die es je zu Disneys Animationsfilmen gab, steht die Galionsfigur des Hauses Disney, Mickey Mouse. Offizieller Geburtstag ist der 18.11.1928, als der damals noch ziemlich freche und anarchische Held mit den Untertassenohren in dem Film Steamboat Willie in New York seine Kinopremiere erlebte. Über 1.250 Abbildungen, darunter Werkfotos, Animationszeichnungen, Storyboards und seltene Entwürfe, zeichnen Mickeys Siegeszug nach und liefern detaillierte Informationen über alle rund 122 Zeichentrickfilme, die zeitlosen Comicabenteuer und das unendliche Universum des Mäusemerchandise.
Der zweite Band dieser umfassenden Reihe über Disneys Animationsfilme widmet sich der ikonischen Figur Mickey Mouse, die am 18. November 1928 mit "Steamboat Willie" Premiere feierte. Der Band bietet über 1.250 Abbildungen, darunter Werkfotos und Animationszeichnungen, und dokumentiert Mickeys beeindruckende Karriere. Zudem werden alle rund 122 Zeichentrickfilme sowie die zeitlosen Comicabenteuer und das umfangreiche Mäusemerchandise detailliert vorgestellt, was einen tiefen Einblick in das Erbe und die Kultur von Mickey Mouse ermöglicht.