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Just beyond the Pacific Northwest city of Portland lies a forest so dense and treacherous that no human dares to enter until now. When her baby brother is snatched by a murder of crows and carried into its depths, precocious teen Prue McKeel is forced to venture in. Prue might think she s too old for fairytales, but she s just found herself at the center of one. From the legendary stop-motion studio behind Coraline and Kubo and the Two Strings comes Wildwood, a cinematic masterpiece marking LAIKA s twentieth anniversary. This full visual survey offers an unparalleled look at the creative passion behind Wildwood, showcasing its cinematic scale and complexity. It explores the film s world through its fantastical animal factions, ancient Mystics, scruffy Bandits, and the deposed governess Alexandra, who seeks to avenge her own tragic history. Featuring character designs from concept to fabrication, and an extensive behind-the-scenes look at the artistry and handcraft put into every epic location and set, this companion volume offers an unparalleled immersion into LAIKA s movie magic.

Take a deep dive into the making of Ultraman: Rising with this official comprehensive, lavishly illustrated coffee-table book, featuring exclusive imagery and commentary from the director and co-director.When Tokyo is threatened by rising monster attacks, an all-star athlete reluctantly returns home to take on the mantle of Ultraman, discovering that his greatest challenge isn't fighting giant monsters - it's raising one.The Art and Making of Ultraman: Rising goes behind the scenes for an in-depth look at the animated movie-making process. Starting at the genesis of the original idea, follow along as the team designs a baby kaiju, creates bold, stylized worlds, and crafts the emotional heart of the story, accompanied by expert commentary from cast and crew, including director and writer Shannon Tindle and co-director John Aoshima. A true love letter to Ultraman, the film and book are treats for fans of the classic Japanese show and those just discovering the character alike.