Wells, Paul

Understanding Animation

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ISBN 13:
9780415115971
author:
Wells, Paul
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Routledge
language:
English
Publication Year:
1998
Pages:
265
Genre:
Animation
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£41.25

Description

Understanding Animation by Paul Wells provides a comprehensive introduction to animated film, exploring its defining characteristics and development around the world. This insightful account covers different models and methods for interpreting and evaluating animated films, as well as tracing their history from cartoons to computer animation. The book delves into various aspects of animation, including narrative strategies, comic event construction, representation, and audience analysis. Wells' argument is supported by case studies, offering a nuanced understanding of the medium's significance in our culture and society. By examining animated films through a critical lens, Understanding Animation reveals much about ourselves and the world we live in, making it an engaging read for those interested in film, art, and popular culture.

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