Animation for the People: An Illustrated History of the National Film Board of Canada

ISBN: 141975890X

Author: Solomon, Charles

Condition: New

A gorgeous celebration of the influential and Academy Award-winning animators of the National Film Board of CanadaFor over eight decades, the National Film Board of Canada has been a global leader in animated storytelling, pushing boundaries with its visionary artists and groundbreaking techniques. In Animation for the People, acclaimed animation historian Charles Solomon offers a richly illustrated journey through the NFBs legacy, from its earliest experiments to its most celebrated works.Featuring interviews with filmmakers and animators, behind-the-scenes insights, and original artwork from iconic shorts like The Sweater and Neighbours, this book reveals how the NFB became a hub of innovation, collaboration, and artistic freedom. With 78 Academy Award nominations and 12 wins, the NFBs influence spans generations and genres, inspiring creators around the world.This is not just a history-its a celebration of animation as a public good, a cultural force, and a medium of limitless possibility.