Name: Animation for the People. An Illustrated History of the National Film Board of Canada
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Author: Charles Solomon
ISBN: 9781419758904

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

Type

Physical Book

Publisher

Abrams

Author

Charles Solomon

Year

2025

Pages

256

Format

Hardcover

Dimensions

22.90 x 25.40 cm

ISBN13

9781419758904

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

Charles Solomon (Author) · Abrams · Hardcover

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Synopsis "Animation for the People. An Illustrated History of the National Film Board of Canada"

An inside look at the influential and Academy Awardwinning animators of the National Film Board of Canada

Animation for the People traces the growth of the National Film Board of Canada and its animation artists, highlighting significant films, original visions, and innovative techniques. Through interviews conducted by author Charles Solomon with Board filmmakers and other animation artists, as well as original artwork from the films, readers will discover both the creative process of and the unusual techniques used by this unique brain trust.

A gorgeous celebration of the influential and Academy Award–winning animators of the National Film Board of Canada For 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 NFB’s 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 NFB’s influence spans generations and genres, inspiring creators around the world. This is not just a history—it’s a celebration of animation as a public good, a cultural force, and a medium of limitless possibility.