Masaaki Yuasa Sketchworks The Mysterious World That No One Knows

Product Description

Explore the creative genius of Masaaki Yuasa, the acclaimed animation artist behind works like "Dawn Tells Lou's Song," "The Night is Short, Walk on Girl," and "DEVILMAN crybaby." This comprehensive book delves into the mind of Yuasa through a vast collection of idea sketches and testimonies from those who have worked closely with him. It also features special dialogues with renowned figures such as Mamoru Oshii and Katsuhiro Otomo.

Masaaki Yuasa has garnered numerous awards both in Japan and internationally for his highly original works, earning him the title of a "genius." From his early work on "Crayon Shin-chan the Movie" to his first original feature-length film "Dawn Tells Lou's Song," and the award-winning "The Night is Short, Walk on Girl," this book documents the creation process of "Yuasa Animation" through extensive sketches and commentary.

In addition to Yuasa's own insights, the book includes honest testimonies from front-line creators like Mitsuru Hongo and Keiichi Hara, who have collaborated with Yuasa. These testimonies provide a real image of Yuasa's creative process and personality. The book also features a thought-provoking conversation between Mamoru Oshii and Katsuhiro Otomo on the future of animation, making it a must-read for fans and animation enthusiasts.

Product Specification

- Title: The Expanding World of Masaaki Yuasa
- Chapters:

• Introduction: The Expanding World of Masaaki Yuasa
• Chapter 1: Talking about the Origin
• Chapter 2: The World of Masaaki Yuasa
• Chapter 3: A Torrent of Ideas
• Chapter 4: Stories Born from Sketches
• Chapter 5: Where is Animation Going?

• Mamoru Oshii ✕ Masaaki Yuasa
• Katsuhiro Otomo ✕ Masaaki Yuasa