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sams84's review against another edition
5.0
Having read this before and loved it (not to mention the fact that this is my favourite movie), I of course loved it all over again. The details and insights this book provides are superb and show the progression of the movie from Burton's original poem through the storyboarding, design, scripting and filming process. Not to mention showing the level of skill and dedication that everyone who worked on it had, which is more than impressive by itself. Not to mention that it gives me all the song lyrics so I can completely sing a-long next time I watch it...not that I would do that kind of thing mind you...!
sams84's review against another edition
5.0
This book takes you into the fantastical world of the Nightmare Before Christmas, it tells how Tim Burton's original idea and poem became the much loved film, from how the music was written to how the characters themselves were made and animated. The book includes illustrations showing the sequence from Burton's original sketches through the artists hands to the final scenes and photos from the sets themselves without losing any of the magic from the movie or the story. A very interesting read that adds yet more depth to Burton's masterpiece.
moominenjoyer's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
5.0
Really informative on the processus of creation of the movie , you learn a lot about step motion and all the work that goes into it . Really nice book
alexandrabree's review against another edition
5.0
One of my favourite art novels, I have taken so much inspiration from this book!
zalpizza's review against another edition
4.0
Well balanced overview of the entire production of The Nightmare before Christmas from story, script, songs and character creation.
carynrjones's review against another edition
5.0
I have always loved this movie and finally bought the book to read. It's a great story about finding out who you are and finding happiness. Jack is one of my favorite characters and Sally is a remarkable monster that finds the good in everyone.
We follow Jack on his journey to find his true self. Finding happiness in his life. He explores the outskirts of Halloweentown until he finds the holiday trees. After discovering Christmas he tries to bring that spirit to his own people. It doesn't go as planned and Jack learns some things about life and even finds that spirit of Christmas in his own self. Thanks to the help of Sally who was looking out for him all the while.
We follow Jack on his journey to find his true self. Finding happiness in his life. He explores the outskirts of Halloweentown until he finds the holiday trees. After discovering Christmas he tries to bring that spirit to his own people. It doesn't go as planned and Jack learns some things about life and even finds that spirit of Christmas in his own self. Thanks to the help of Sally who was looking out for him all the while.
allisonbuie's review against another edition
3.0
This book is filled with lots of behind the scene pictures and goes into exact detail on how the movie was made.
I enjoyed Tim Burton's Forward to the book, and the fact that the book was mostly composed of quotes from Burton, Danny Elfman and Henry Selick.
It was a quick and informative read that I'm looking forward to keeping packed with my Christmas book collection.
I enjoyed Tim Burton's Forward to the book, and the fact that the book was mostly composed of quotes from Burton, Danny Elfman and Henry Selick.
It was a quick and informative read that I'm looking forward to keeping packed with my Christmas book collection.
lunasoleil's review against another edition
4.0
I just happened to see this book on the shelf when I was at the library picking up some other things and had to check it out. I love this movie and have always been interested in its production. I like behind-the-scenes stuff and did already know quite a bit about the making of this movie but still really enjoyed reading more about it along with looking at all of the artwork.
martakruh's review against another edition
4.0
Tim Burton - an out-of-this-world visionary, Henry Selick (the director of the movie) - a hard working genius, and Danny Elfman (the composer, lyricist and singer) - magical masterpiece of a mind, and many many more talented creators who brought this incredible story of Jack Skellington to life - THANK YOU!!!! This movie is so much more intricate and complicated than it seems at first sight, and with all the meticulous work that's been invested in it, Nightmare Before Christmas still appears to be effortless.
The book by Frank Thompson is a must read for everyone who truly want to understand what lies beyond the screen and for those who want to see why animation should be praised higher, for every page you turn, you can't help but say: "What's this?"! ;-)
The book by Frank Thompson is a must read for everyone who truly want to understand what lies beyond the screen and for those who want to see why animation should be praised higher, for every page you turn, you can't help but say: "What's this?"! ;-)