Buch, Englisch, 186 Seiten, Format (B × H): 145 mm x 222 mm, Gewicht: 375 g
Reihe: Focus Animation
A Short History of Japanese Animation
Buch, Englisch, 186 Seiten, Format (B × H): 145 mm x 222 mm, Gewicht: 375 g
Reihe: Focus Animation
ISBN: 978-1-138-57128-0
Verlag: CRC Press
Through the analysis of the work of the main Japanese animators starting from the pioneers of 1917, the book will overview the whole history of Japanese animated film, including the latest tendencies and the experimental movies. In addition to some of the most acclaimed directors Miyazaki Hayao, Takahata Isao, Shinkai Makoto, Tezuka Osamu and Kon Satoshi, the works of masters of animation such as Kawamoto Kihachiro, Kuri Yoji, Ofuji Noburo and Yamamura Koji will be analysed in their cultural and historical context. Moreover, their themes and styles will be the linking thread to overview the Japanese producing system and the social and political events which have often influenced their works.
Key Features
- Insight into both mainstream and independent cinema
- Scientific reliability
- Easy readability
- Social and cultural context
Autoren/Hrsg.
Fachgebiete
Weitere Infos & Material
Chapter 1 From Pre-Cinema to the Birth of Industry
Chapter 2 Winds of War and Reconstruction
Chapter 3 A New World
Chapter 4 How the West Was Won
Chapter 5 Simulacra
Chapter 6 Alone, Not Lonelyâ€: Generation X
