The Walt Disney Film Archives. The Animated Movies 1921-1968

Walt Disney, a creative genius of the 20th century, created a magical and unparalleled imaginative universe through his animated cartoons. This comprehensive illustrated publication, featuring 1,500 images and essays by renowned Disney experts, explores Disney's complete animation journey from the silent film era to his last masterpieces. It showcases rare concept paintings, storyboards, and behind-the-scenes photos, providing a privileged insiders view of the studios creative process. The book covers major animated features and lesser-known gems, highlighting unfinished projects and acknowledging the influential animators and designers who shaped the Disney style.

Format: Hardback
Length: 620 pages
Publication date: 25 February 2022
Publisher: Taschen GmbH

Walt Disney, a true visionary of the 20th century, created an extraordinary and unparalleled imaginative world. His remarkable collection of animated cartoons, like few other cinematic masterpieces, revolutionized storytelling on the screen and continue to enchant people across geographies and generations. In this comprehensive illustrated publication on Disney animation, renowned Disney experts bring us to the heart of the studios "Golden Age of Animation," with over 1,500 images and essays. This landmark book traces Disney's complete animation journey, from the silent film era to his first full-length feature, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937), and the pioneering artistic experiment, Fantasia (1940). It also showcases his last masterpieces, Winnie the Pooh and the Honey Tree (1966) and The Jungle Book (1967). Extensive research was conducted through the historical collections of the Walt Disney Company and private collections, curated by editor Daniel Kothenschulte. He presents precious concept paintings and storyboards that reveal the creative process behind these animation masterpieces. Masterful cel setups provide detailed illustrations of famous film scenes, while rare pictures taken by Disney photographers and excerpts from story conferences between Walt and his staff offer a privileged insiders' view. Each of the major animated features made during Walt's lifetime, including Pinocchio, Fantasia, Dumbo, Bambi, Cinderella, Peter Pan, Lady and the Tramp, and One Hundred and One Dalmatians, is given its own dedicated chapter. The book also highlights lesser-known gems, such as the experimental short films of the Silly Symphonies series and underrated epics. This comprehensive volume is a testament to Walt Disney's enduring legacy and the timeless magic he brought to the world of animation.

Weight: 3880g
Dimension: 254 x 351 x 50 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783836576154