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Directing for Animation: Behind the Scenes with Animation Greats 1st Edition
Get the whole story on directing animated movies, games, and advertisements with this rich, visual guide. Author Tony Bancroft knows that a great director needs creative AND managerial expertise, and this book provides insight on both from a team of animation greats, headed up by this renowned director of Mulan. With personal stories and experiences and important tips of the trade from the author and his A-list contacts, Directing for Animation is a must-have for the animation professional, or the aspiring animator.
Articles
Animated Views
“Tony Bancroft balances the yin and the yang in directing Mulan” by Jérémie Noyer
Azusa Pacific University
“Tony Bancroft Brings APU Animation Program to Life” by Rebekah Bruckner
National Cartoonist’s Society
Insider
2019 - “The original 'Mulan' director and animator are happy that Disney's upcoming remake isn't a carbon copy of the animated classic” by Kirsten Acuna
2020 - “The original 'Mulan' co-director breaks down how he feels about the changes made in the live-action movie” by Kirsten Acuna
Gallery Nucleus
An Interview with the Bancroft Brothers
The Kingdom Insider
“Interview with Disney Animator Tony Bancroft, Co-Director on Mulan” by Matt