The book answers everybody’s question about how the amazingly lifelike effects of Disney character animation were achieved, including charming stories of the ways that many favorite animated figures got their unique personalities. I recently bought a blu-ray player and have been picking up the few Disney classics that are available. More Hamburger icon An icon used to represent a menu that can be toggled by interacting with this icon.

The authors, Frank Thomas and Ollie Johnston, worked not only with the legendary Walt Disney himself but also with other leading figures in the half-century of Disney films. Of the many books on animation and Disney, The Illusion of Life: Disney Animation is probably the best. As a big Disney fan myself waves of nostalgia came flooding in with just a quick glance so I can just imagine her reaction!The preface of the book felt kind of like a slap to my face as it, possibly unintentionally, insulted some of my favorite animation studios. I learned so much about animation, and my head was often spinning when I heard about some of the supreme effort that went into getting a single shot in some of the early Disney animated films. Though the latter aren't essential for understanding the animation itself, they are a great personal touch and give glimpses into the personalities of the caricaturists and their subjects. If something is going to happen, people have been quite familiar with it, so they can prepare in advance.

Written by two of Disney's famous Nine Old Men, Frank Thomas and Ollie Johnston, this book goes back to where animation was born, made and enjoyed by people all over the world. Over the years I always said one day I would own it, here in Taiwan it was nearly impossible to get a copy and I wasn't able to afford one from the U. Only when people are in an environment beyond their expected time, people's reaction is the closest to its origin.The text is illustrated with pictures that include original historic drawings, early sketches and images from the studio's archives. While not a tutorial book, it does covers subjects like camera techniques, styles of background paintings, effects, colours and other technical approaches to creating animation, right down to how they voice sync a talking door knob. By using the Web site, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by the Terms and Conditions. This direction is probably the mission and path given to everyone by the unknown will of the universe. In fact, it is even surprising that he was able to get a toehold in this tough business of limited contracts and tight money.