Prince of Egypt

By Charles Solomon

Book Overview

A work of epic scale and drama beyond any previous animated film, "The Prince of Egypt" pioneers a new kind of animation that is as versatile as live-action filmmaking. This fascinating book shows how skillful storytelling and the latest digital technology and incredible artistry were combined in its creation. 500 illustrations, 350 in color.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0810943697
• ISBN13: 9780810943698
• Release Date: November 1998
• Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 3.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 10.8" x 12.5"
• Age Range: 13 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 8 to Postsecondary

Customer Reviews

Brilliant book!

Really nice book about how they put the movie together! One of the best books of the art of ...... out there!

DREAMWORKS' EARLIEST SUCCESS STORY

Usually, I am a bit weary of animated films that come to the big screen, but the graceful and original animation caught my eye from Dreamworks' first animated feature. With voice talents including Michelle Pfeiffer, Val Kilmer, Danny Glover, Martin Short, Steve Martin, Sandra Bullock, & several others, it's easy to see why this film has attracted many audiences. Though I'm not usually a fan of biblical stories, Dreamworks created it in a way that was relatable to everyone. Still, they could have gone with fewer songs... This book is one of the greatest buys I've ever made. With the exception of The Lion King, the brilliant animation is captured throughout the book with great storyboards, conceptual art, and vast background paintings that are truly a treat to marvel at. This is one of the rare books that I am genuinely proud to include in my library. Even if you're not a fan of the movie, this book contains great pieces of inspirational works that will make you wish you were an animator.

A new vision in animation.

The Prince of Egypt is the first animated film in history to SUCCESSFULLY integrate both traditional cell animation and computer generated images. A breathtaking film, with a scope rarely seen in films today, much less ANIMATED films. The Dreamworks team is a formidible new force in animation - they treat animation as an art form and as a storytelling medium. Not as a summer PRODUCT, like the Disney team. Disney could only hope to produce something this good.

Finest Animation book I have ever seen

Anyone interested in animation should buy this book without hesitation (and see the movie). A must have book.