This comprehensive guide lists 1,500+ animated films on DVD, everything from early-20th-century works to Disney, Warner Bros., and cutting-edge digital CGI. Included are foreign films, major hits like Batman, The Hobbit, and Shrek, and hundreds of Japanese anime releases, plus a separate section on mature-themed material like Fritz the Cat and Heavy Metal. Entries include storylines, reviews, history, key personnel, and ratings, plus details on DVD-only materials like storyboards, Easter eggs, and production shorts. Full indexes, a bibliography, and retailer/publisher listings make this an invaluable resource for film buffs, parents, and libraries. Fully illustrated with DVD covers.
Andy Mangels is a bestselling entertainment author (Star Wars, Star Trek, Beyond Mulder & Scully) who lives in Portland, Oregon.