Customer Reviews:
A bit disappointed though!!.......2002-04-08
The book is not bad, but not really as good as I expected. After having read the extraordinary book "The illussion of life", I wanted more from the same drawer. I picked the villains book.
In the beginning Frank'n'Ollie explain why they did the book, and apparently it was made on command, I couldn't help thinking about that when I read it. The chapters in the book are very short, and there is too little information about how they decided to make their characters as they turned out. Each chapter begins with an (Too long) introduction of the characters role in the film. Of course you can not expect everybody to have seen every disney film that exists, but too much space in the book is used to explain things you already know if you've seen the films.
I would have prefered to know more about how the animators felt about their characters and how they developed the personalities, for instance the thin line of making the beast in "Beauty and the Beast" looking like a beast that you could still end up having feelings for. I would like to have seen more development drawings and sketches and even some animation continuity with some good examples of change in expression of the villains as well.
Some times you read about villains that actually ain't villains. The bear in "Fox and a hound" is actually no villain because it is just following natural instincts, but how about Chief, the big old dog in the movie, nothing about him? A book that is not deep enough. but still not bad. Guess I still shouldn't have read it after just finishing "Illussion of life".
Johnston and Thomas Together Again!.......2000-02-04
Anything by these two wonderful authors and amazing animators should be a must in anyone's collection. Yet, I am baffled that all of their books are currently out of print. I am sure one will not have trouble looking at a used bookstore for a copy of this. This book deals precisely with what the title says: The Disney Villians. In their usual classic and lucid style, the authors discuss the troubles they ran while devising a villian. One that is wicked, yet appealing to the audience. Going through their catalog of movies from Snow White to Aladdin, they discuss in detail what a villian is all about, and how the villian relates to the story, style and main character of each film. Whether one should be more realistic, or have harder edges, or what kind of mannerisms will this villian have. Highly reccomended for the animator and artist, as well as the Disney book lover as these are presented so well. For the enthuseist, which I also own, there is also a more expensive version of this book, hardcover with a slipcase, signed by each of the authors and a print of the filmstrip from Snow White.
GET IT when you can..........1999-05-14
Why did they do it? Frank and Ollie wanted to give a thorough insight into the making of believable, memorable animated characters. For all to learn from... and they did just that! Another MUST-HAVE from the makers of some of this worlds most entertaining animation.
A Worthwhile Read For Any Disney Fan!.......1998-07-11
Who better to bring us the history of the villain in Disney films than two people responsible for the creation of so many of them? Ollie Johnson and Frank Thomas' remarkable survey of the history of bad guys begins with the obligatory history of Disney animation and proceeds to describe all of the villains created from the earliest cartoon shorts to Aladdin. Concept drawings, poster art and stills from the film make up the many illustrations and each film is described along with interesting information on each villain discussed. The one drawback - an obvious one when dealing with so prolific a studio - is the fact that this book cuts off at Aladdin, missing the many sinister villains that followed, notably Scar, and Hades.
Book Description
From Captain Hook to Cruela De Vil, Disney Villains: The Essential Guide offers an insider's look at the most wicked villains in Disney history. Reflecting on the themes of adventure and suspense in both classic and new Disney films, this unique reference is packed with colorful illustrations, annotated drawings, and lively text about the villains everyone loves to hate.
Customer Reviews:
disney book of villlains.. blaming randall.......2005-09-02
i definetly agree with rosa, waternoose not randall is the true villain of monster inc. and i wish they'd put oogie boogie and more of gaston in
Yes, Essential, But Lacking Coverage on a Couple Favorites.......2005-01-22
"Disney Villains: The Essential Guide" is just that, a well-illustrated, detailed guide to most of your favorite Disney villains. From Captain Hook to Maleficent, they're here, including even some info on Disney-Pixar villains. Each of the featured villains gets a detailed description, blurbs all around them for description and information in three important areas: Meanest Moment, Achille's Heel and Pet Peeve. Each also gets a couple of pages devoted to things such as their lair and their dastardly deeds, and you'll even get detailed looks at locations such as Never Land and Pride Rock. This is a feast of information that parents can enjoy reading and looking over with their kids, or can just read on their own.
The main problem with this guide is that it only gives limited coverage on a couple of pages to certain villains, including two of the very best Disney villains: Jafar from "Aladdin" and Hades from "Hercules." Perhaps someday we'll see a Volume II with more info, but until then, these villainous greats are relegated to small, portion-of-a-page blurbs.
If you're a fan of Disney movies, or just wanna learn more about these dastardly villains, definitely get this! I've seen most of the Disney movies, watched the DVDs and read a lot on the Internet (and another unofficial book about the Disney villains) and I still learned a lot from this.
Book Description
What a mess. First Kim's best friend, Ron Stoppable, starts writing for the school paper. No big, right? But then he starts digging for dirt-and finds it. Adrena-Lynn, the big TV star known for her "extreme" adventures, is nothing but a fake. She uses a dummy for all her dangerous stunts. After Ron's big story gets printed, Adrena-Lynn's hot show gets canceled. Now Adrena-Lynn wants to cancel Ron! Can Kim save her best bud from the Queen of Extreme?
Customer Reviews:
kim possible.......2006-03-27
this is a great book for all kim possible fans alike. kim has to fight teen extreme star, adrena-lynn, who has a hit tv show where she shows off doing all kinds of crazy stuff. ron and kim uncover that adrena-lynn is a fake, and now she wants her revenge. kim's younger twin brother get injured trying to copy one of her stunts, kim has to dump the star football player, and now she has to watch her's and ron's back. will she be able to do it all? read and find out.
Reporter Ron Stoppable.......2004-11-29
When Adrena Lynn[A Stuntwoman] does stunts on Tv Kim suspects she's a fake.One night,on a mission My Heroine and her sidekick investigate a stolen Shrimp Blimp,but it was Adriana Lynn who stole it,She "Fakes" a Bungee Jump" in NYC from the blimp Blindfolded.When Kim Catches her,The wig falls off and the blindfold comes off too.It is a dummy.Kim's twin brothers,Jim and Tim imitate Adrena Lynn bungee jumping by using yarn.Ron says in his"Ron Report" in the paper that Kim and Brick Flagg[The Quarterback] are an item. The Kimmunicator,and Tv's system's are jammed.Brick is trapped. He is shown tied up high on a roller coaster about to take a plunge downward.When Kim is about to rescue Brick,Ron gets tied to this Swing ride.Kim uses her Jet Pack and saves Brick just before the Car hits the ground and smashes before bursting into flames.[You Go,Girl!] She also Rescues Ron,Too[ Way to go,My Angel of Truth and Justice. It's your birthday! It's Your Birthday! You Go Kim! Kim Always catches the Bad guys doesn't she?
Book Description
: She can do anything-and you can help her!
Game On! (Pick a Villain Chapter Book #1): Featuring four original mini-adventures, Game On! asks you to pick which evil villain Kim will face. No big, huh? Well, we're not done yet! Next, you must choose how to help Kim, Ron, and Rufus defeat their evil schemes and save the world. How about it? Can you out-think wacko mad scientist Dr. Drakken? Out-maneuver laser-clawed Shego? Are you ready to rumble with that nutty genetics genius DNAmy? If not, then brace yourself for the kilt-wearing Duff Killigan, 'cause he's one rogue golfer who's really teed off! It's a Kim Possible adventure like you've never seen it before-and one you'll never forget!
Customer Reviews:
Choose Your Own Adventure Kim Possible Style #1.......2005-10-03
It's like a Choose your own adventure book,but with Kim Possible.The bad guys are Drakken and Shego,and Others.
Customer Reviews:
Disney Villians: The Top Secret Files.......2006-07-31
My daughter is 3 1/2 and loves this book. She is a princess fanatic but somehow has gotten interested in the villians. She looks at it everyday. I think it really is for an older child but she enjoys it anyway. It has many neat features that make it interactive.
My kids love this book.......2006-05-04
My 9 year old daughter bought this in a gift shop at Disney world. As you can imagine it cost far more than the price posted here on Amazon. It is now a favorite book; my son is 7 and is equally enamored with it. They love all the little tidbits of information about the Disney villas and their childhood/ younger days. It is fun to read the background stories that have contributed to their becoming villains. There are many fold out pictures adding even more interest to this book. If your kids like anything Disney they will love this book.
Book Description
Featuring more than 60 full-color, reusable stickers - including every Disney rogue from Captain Hook to Cruela De Vil - this book offers readers a huge range of creepy stickers and villainous facts.
Book Description
Kim Possible can do anything. Find out all about the life of a teenage super- spy in this 48-page full-color scrapbook. You'll learn about Kim's extraordinary adventures around the globe as she thwarts evil with the help of her best friend Ron Stoppable and his pet naked mole rat, Rufus. Plus top-secret dossiers on Seor Senior, Sr.; his son, Seor Senior, Jr.; and all the evil villains with plans for world domination. Also included is information about Kim's clever gadgets-her hair dryer/grappling hook, the Kimmunicator, and more!
Customer Reviews:
Call Me,Beep Me,If You Wanna Reach Me........2004-08-31
I ordered this from Borders.I love this book! I wish I can do the thigs she can!She is not only my heroine,but also my 2ns idol and role model,and my angel of truth and justice! She's the one who taught me a thing or two about lying.
LOVED THIS BOOK!!!.......2003-10-24
Having been stumped as to what to buy my niece, I went for this book (I know she loves the show). What a wonderful surprise!!! Besides being incredibly charming, this book entertained her completely. It's a fabulous book to have around. Any child will love it!
Great KP Book!!!.......2003-07-24
The Kim Possible files is an A4 size book printed in full color with lots of info on the show and characters. It's really well illustrated and full of general background and a couple of episode storylines, but a little thin and doesn't really have a whole lot newer material. Still a fun little book!
Book Description
She can do anything-and you can help her! Badical Battles! (Pick a Villain Chapter Book #2): Featuring four original mini-adventures, Badical Battles! asks you to pick which evil villain Kim will face. No big, huh? Well, we're not done yet! Next, you must choose how to help Kim, Ron, and Rufus defeat their evil schemes and save the world. How about it? Are you ready to face Monkey Fist's monkey kung fu? Or are the super-fast fem-bot Killer Bebes more your speed? Can you put a stop to the latest take-over-the-world scheme of Señor Senior Sr.? If not, then look out for the evil Gemini's fully-loaded fingers and his high-strung Chihuahua. It's a Kim Possible adventure like you've never seen it before-and one you'll never forget!
Customer Reviews:
Choose Your Own Adventure Kim Possible Style #2.......2005-10-03
It's like a Choose your own adventure,but with Kim Possible.It's got the Seniors,The Bebes.I'm not sure if it has motor ed,yet.
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