Explores the creative, educational, technical and critical issues at stake in 're-imagining animation'. This book is suitable for students of animation, established professional animators, and those with an interest in animation.

In this much-needed study of a neglected medium, Paul Wells undertakes a convincing defence of the animated film as a significant art form. Part history, part theory, part celebration, Wells explores approaches to animation through an

This study covers two decades in American history, when the links between Hollywood and Washington were at their strongest, a period book-ended by the political and cinematic figures of Reagan and Clinton. During this period movies became targets of political rhetoric of family values .

Offers a comprehensive account of definitions and approaches to script. This book seeks to promote the distinctiveness of animation as a form of expression, and provides an account of the choices and approaches available to the scriptwriter/animator/director, and the particularities of each model.

Offers an illustrated introduction to the key elements of animation and is an ideal core text for all animation students, covering all the course topics taught at degree level.

Examines the thinking process behind drawing, characters, composition and movement, narrative and adaptation. The author introduces the fundamental elements involved in producing drawn animation.

A guide to Dover's history, using over 150 images to illustrate how the town has developed into its present form. It explores Dover's important features and attractions, and shows how they have evolved through several generations. It documents the changes that have taken place, includes the familiar sights that remain unspoilt by modern progress.

Paul Wells looks at animation in the United States afresh, discussing the distinctiveness of the cartoon form, and the myriad others types of animation production, insisting upon the 'modernity' of the form, and its crucial importance as a barometer of the social conditions in which it was made, and which it reflects.

An introduction guide to animation that uses examples such as The Incredibles , Belleville Rendez-vous and Spirited Away . It is suitable for students or fans of animation.