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Introducing the illustrated collection "Animation AKIRA Layouts & Key Frames 2: OTOMO THE COMPLETE WORKS."
In 1988, the animated film version of "AKIRA" was released in theaters, surpassing the boundaries of manga and revolutionizing the world of anime. This book is the second volume of a three-volume compilation, meticulously drawn by the original author and director, Katsuhiro Otomo, featuring an extensive collection of layouts, key frames, and animation corrections used in the film's production.
Layouts are detailed drawings that depict the necessary information for each scene in the anime, serving as the blueprint for animation. This volume includes original drawings and layouts from the "B Part (continuation from the previous volume) and the beginning of the C Part," which are part of the four-part structure (A, B, C, D) that constitutes the entire movie. Additionally, it includes valuable reproductions of numerous iconic scenes based on those layouts.
Following the release of the two volumes of "Storyboard Collection," this book continues to provide a detailed glimpse into the production process of this groundbreaking masterpiece, showcasing the ongoing innovative artistic expressions. The layouts, where backgrounds and character movements are meticulously depicted, undergo thorough supervision and corrections by the animation director, art director, and director himself, resulting in the meticulous creation of the film version of "AKIRA."
The book's unparalleled craftsmanship allows readers to experience the uncompromising artistry by simply flipping through the pages, as each frame seamlessly progresses, capturing the brilliance of its scene-by-scene continuity. Similar to the previous volume, the majority of the book is printed in full color, and it includes numerous reproduced cels.
This volume, in particular, features a continuous collection of corrected key frames within individual cuts, providing a more detailed insight into the intricate movements and acting nuances that director Otomo emphasized. With approximately 710 pages, it offers an even deeper understanding of the animation's intricacies.
The title "Layouts & Key Frames" refers to the English representation of "レイアウト&原画" (Layouts & Key Frames).
※ Included in "OTOMO THE COMPLETE WORKS" Volume 24.
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