Who's Who in Animated Cartoons: An International Guide to Film and Television's Award-Winning and Legendary Animators (Applause Books)

Here is the long overdue first biographical reference and first book of its kind to chronicle the amazing careers of nearly 300 of animations most honored and recognized animator-directors and animator-producers from around the world. Publication coincides with the 100th anniversary celebration of the very first American animated cartoon Humorous Phases of Funny Faces released on April 16 1906. From Max Fleischer (Betty Boop Popeye) to Brad Bird (The Simpsons The Incredibles) Ralph Bakshi (Fritz the Cat) to Hayao Miyazaki (Spirited Away) they are all here. With more than 70 never-before published photos and illustrations including a full-color section of animation art culled from private collections and many animators personal collections this book is an invaluable guide to the people who have shaped cinematic and television animation for decades to come.