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1995

Format:	Book
Author:	Thomas, Frank, 1912-2004.
Title:	The illusion of life : Disney animation / Frank Thomas and Ollie Johnston.
Publisher, Date:	New York : Disney Editions, [1995]
Description:	575 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 29 cm.
Summary:	Written by the ultimate Disney insiders, this "bible" of animation has become a legend in itself. This volume seeks to explain the process that makes Disney's animation unique--what sets the work of the Disney studios apart from other animation products. Here are original sketches of best-loved Disney characters, how memorable movie sequences were made, and anecdotes about working with Walt. Full-color throughout. National ads/media.
Subjects:	Walt Disney Productions. Animated films -- United States -- History and criticism.
Other Author:	Johnston, Ollie, 1912-2008. Thomas, Frank, 1912-2004. Disney animation.
Notes:	Rev. ed. of: Disney Animation. Popular ed. 1984. Includes bibliographical references (p. 538-542) and index.
Contents:	An art form is born -- The early days, 1923-1933 -- The principles of animation -- Discovery, 1934-1936 -- Cartoon comes of age -- Appeal and dynamics -- Hyperion : the explosion -- Burbank and the nine old men -- Our procedures -- How to get it on the screen -- The Disney sounds -- The follow-up functions -- The uses of live action in drawing humans and animals -- Story -- Character development -- Animating expressions and dialogue -- Acting and emotions -- Other types of animation and the future.
LCCN:	* 95019427
ISBN:	9780786860708 (hbk.) 0786860707 (hbk.)
Other Number:	227145544
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Control Number:	557714
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Call Number:	741.58 Thomas

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