Klaus: The Art of the Movie

Name: Klaus: The Art of the Movie
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781789093124
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By Ramin Zahed

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Summary

Jesper, the worst student at the postal academy, is sent to a frozen Arctic island where the locals barely speak to one another. With the help of teacher Alva and the mysterious toy-maker Klaus, Jesper sparks joy and neighbourliness in the town of Smeerensburg. This heartwarming animated Christmas film, directed by Sergio Pablos, combines laughter, magical lore, and the spirit of generosity.
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Ideal for fans of animation, Christmas films, and art and culture enthusiasts eager to explore the creative process behind a beloved holiday movie.

Klaus: The Art of the Movie

A stunning book exploring the art of Sergio Pablos' animated Christmas original, Klaus.

Description

When Jesper (Jason Schwartzman) distinguishes himself as the postal academy’s worst student, he is stationed on a frozen island above the Arctic Circle, where the feuding locals hardly exchange words let alone letters. Jesper is about to give up when he finds an ally in local teacher Alva (Rashida Jones), and discovers Klaus (Oscar® winner J.K. Simmons), a mysterious carpenter who lives alone in a cabin full of handmade toys.

These unlikely friendships return laughter to Smeerensburg, forging a new legacy of generous neighbours, magical lore, and stockings hung by the chimney with care. An animated holiday comedy directed by Despicable Me co-creator Sergio Pablos, KLAUS co-stars Joan Cusack, Will Sasso, and Norm Macdonald.

Klaus: The Art of the Movie is a stunning coffee table hardback exploring the art of Sergio Pablos' hand-drawn animated original Christmas film. Showcasing the full animation process, including an innovative new lighting and shadowing technique, this book features concept art, pitch documents, character turnarounds, key art, final artwork, exclusive sketches, and interviews with the team behind this heartwarming film.

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Klaus: The Art of the Movie offers a stunning, in-depth look behind the scenes of Sergio Pablos' hand-drawn animation using innovative lighting and shadowing. Praised as "one of the most interesting art-of books in some time" (Cartoon Brew) and "extremely insightful" (Geekisphere), it showcases concept art, pitch documents, and exclusive sketches. Reviewers celebrate its beautiful design and promise of exciting new directions in animation.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781789093124

Publisher: Titan Books Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 06 December 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Titan Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 228.0mm

Height: 310.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 192

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Arts & Culture Computing & Technology Education & Reference Non-Fiction Ramin Zahed

About the Author

Ramin Zahed is an LA-based author and journalist who specializes in animation, VFX, pop culture, and indie films. The Editor in Chief of Animation Magazine, he has written for Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, Sight and Sound, and others. Among his recent books are Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse: The Art of the Movie, The Art of Captain Underpants, The Art of The Mitchells vs. The Machines, The Art of Boss Baby, and J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World: Movie Magic Vol. 2.