Step behind the scenes of one of the most inventive animated films of the decade.
The Art of The Mitchells vs. The Machines is the official companion to Sony Pictures Animation's hit movie—a vibrant, hilarious, and heartfelt story about family, technology, and saving the world from a robot apocalypse. This stunning art book offers an exclusive look at the creative process that brought the Mitchells' wild adventure to life.
The Mitchells vs. The Machines is an animated action-comedy about an ordinary family who find themselves in the middle of their biggest family challenge yet . . . saving the world from the robot apocalypse. No big deal, right?
Inside, you'll discover:
- Hundreds of pieces of concept art, character designs, and storyboards, showcasing the film's unique blend of CG and hand-drawn animation.
- Commentary from director Michael Rianda, co-director Jeff Rowe, and producers Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, the visionary team behind Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and The LEGO Movie.
- Color scripts, set designs, and visual development studies that reveal how the filmmakers created the film's bold, kinetic style.
- Behind-the-scenes insights into the design of PAL Labs, the robot uprising, and the Mitchell family's unforgettable road trip.
Perfect for animation fans, art enthusiasts, and anyone who loved the film's humor and heart, this book is a celebration of creativity and storytelling at its most original.
With a foreword by Debbie Rianda and featuring the voices of Abbi Jacobson, Danny McBride, Maya Rudolph, Beck Bennett, Fred Armisen, Eric Andre, and Oscar winner Olivia Colman, The Mitchells vs. The Machines is about embracing the things that make us unique, learning what it means to be human in a world increasingly filled with technology, and holding tight to the people most important to you when the unexpected hits.
Praise
“This is a fascinating deep dive into the creation of one of the most visually engaging and endearing movies in recent memory. For you aspiring animators out there, let this serve as a guide to the endless work that goes into creating animation that serves both story and style. And maybe you’ll walk away with a little inspiration to color outside the lines, whether that’s on a sketch pad, computer tablet, or just in your everyday life.”/Film
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“An excellent companion piece. The kind of collector’s coffee table book that usually accompanies major theatrical blockbusters.”RogerEbert.com
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“If you are a fan of animation or someone who loves to look deeper into how your new favorite film came together, then this book is a must-have.”Your Money Geek
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