by JonathanClements (Author)
This comprehensive history of Japanese animation draws on Japanese primary sources and testimony from industry professionals to explore the production and reception of anime, from its early faltering steps, to the international successes of Spirited Away and Pokemon.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 256
Edition: 2013
Publisher: British Film Institute
Published: 28 Nov 2013
ISBN 10: 1844573907
ISBN 13: 9781844573905
Book Overview: A comprehensive and authoritative history of Japanese anime, from cartoons of the 1920s and 30s to the present day international success of filmmakers such as Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli.
Jonathan Clements is an anime historian. He is co-author of The Anime Encyclopedia: A Guide to Japanese Animation Since 1917, former editor of Manga Max magazine, and has been a translator, voice director or voice actor on over 70 anime productions.