The Walt Disney Film Archives

In this most expansive illustrated publication on Disney animation, 1,500 images take us to the beating heart of the studio’s “Golden Age of Animation,” including behind-the-scenes photos, story sketches, and cel setups. It spans each of the major animated features made during Walt’s lifetime, as well as lesser-known short films and unfinished projects.

“A fascinating journey into the Disney universe through rare archive footage and backstage footage of the studio... a bible for (older) children.”

“A masterful work, essential for any genuine lover of Disney’s art.”

“…insightful, exhaustive, and stunningly gorgeous.”

Daniel Kothenschulte is an author, curator, and lecturer on film and art history, and a lover of animation since he first saw The Jungle Book at the age of three. As a film journalist, he is responsible for the film section in the German national daily newspaper Frankfurter Rundschau. He has taught at various universities. He is the author of numerous books, including The Walt Disney Film Archives and Walt Disney's Mickey Mouse.