Art in anime
Subtitle: the creative quest as theme and metaphor
By: Dani Cavallaro
Publisher: McFarland & Company, Inc.
Published: 2012
Place of publication: Jefferson, N.C; London
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9780786465613
Subjects: Animated films; Art and motion pictures; Themes, motives; Creation (Literary, artistic, etc.) in motion pictures
Description: "This critical study explores anime's relationship with art from a twofold perspective. Drawing from categories as varied as romance, comedy, slice of life drama, science fiction, bildungsroman, and school drama, it examines anime's representation of characters pursuing diverse artistic activities and related aesthetic visions, focusing closely on the concepts of creativity, talent, expressivity and experimentation"--Provided by publisher.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.