Sunday, July 12, 2009

Disney Dossiers: Files of Character from the Walt Disney Studios


Disney Dossiers: Files of Character from the Walt Disney Studios
"Direct" from the extensive files of The Walt Disney Archives inBurbank, California, as "collected" by Archives Director David R. Smith foryour research and enlightenment, here is a one-of-a-kind collection of Disneycharacter reference. In an entertainingand informative format, readers get an insider's peek intothe careers of Disney's best-loved animated characters, whether their roles arestarring or supporting. Disney Dossiersbrings together a fascinating collection of information, anecdotes, andillustrations, providing highlights from Disney productions past and presentfor all your "casting" needs.The format, though playful, will also be informativeand sophisticated, geared toward an adult audience with an ample base of Disneyknowledge. The book will be heavily illustrated and beautifully designed.

Jeff Kurttiis the author of more than a dozen books andscores of magazine articles, a writer-director of award-winning documentaries,and a respected public speaker, host, and panel moderator. He is currently theCreative Director of The Walt Disney Family Library (a project of The WaltDisney Family Foundation), and is considered one of the leading authorities onThe Walt Disney Company and its history.

Customer Review: good, but not what i expected
This is a nice book, but not quite what I expected. A few characters are missing, or have smaller, less complete entries (including Jasmine!) I would recommend this book for the pictures, especially for children.
Customer Review: Nicely illustrated but lacking on info
Fun book, but book does not live up to the wealth of information in The Encyclopedia of Walt Disney's Animated Characters (which is now out of print). I do like the inclusion of some of the disney posters and early rough sketches of the characters, but I would recommend the Encyclopedia version over this. Would be great to see some of the archival illustrated material from this book in the next edition of the Encyclopedia.


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The New Kid (Disney Handy Manny)
When Manny sets up a teeter totter for a new family in town, he befriends their young son, Marcelo. Marcelo is afraid that he won't be able to make any friends since he is new and from a different country, but Manny and the tools convince him that everyone is different in their own ways and he will make friends in no time. In fact, they introduce him to his first Sheet Rock Hills pal, his new neighbor.

Handy Manny features the humorous adventures of Manny Garcia, the best darn handyman in his diverse community. Manny and his eclectic group of talking tools work together to fix objects, help neighbors, and show preschoolers how to conquer everyday problems.


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