The 50 greatest cartoons : as selected by 1,000 animation professionals

Showcases some of the greatest cartoons of all time, including characters from Disney, Warner Brothers, Fleischer Studio, Walter Lantz, MGM, and others. Summary: A portrait of each winning cartoon includes a plot summary, the production history, and a critical analysis that explores the unique qualities that have earned the cartoon a place in film history. Also included are interviews with the actual artists, as well as sidebars throughout the book that focus on individual characters, animators, directors, and studios. Major writers in the field of animation comment on their favorite films.