After 30 years, discover the inspirations behind Tim Burton's The
Nightmare Before Christmas and its legacy as a certified pop-culture
experience.
What is it about Jack Skellington that is so compelling? Why does the
love between Sally and Jack resonate with so many? The feature-length,
stop-motion movie about the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town who becomes
obsessed with celebrating Christmas is a fascinating musical and love
story that has transcended the original film and captivated the world.
From the improbable tale to the lovable characters, Tim Burton's
creation has turned into a lifestyle, branching into fashion, video
games, card and board games, live-action concerts, themed celebrations
at Disneyland, and even cameos in other movies.
Featuring an original foreword by Tim Burton himself, Disney Tim
Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas: Beyond Halloween Town
celebrates the film and the culture that has grown around it with
exclusive and original interviews from:
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Author and creator, Tim Burton
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Animators, sculptors, and other artists of the film
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Jack Skellington himself, Danny Elfman
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The iconic voice of Sally, Catherine O'Hara
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Musicians on the Nightmare Revisited album
Delve into the magic of Halloween and Christmas in a story told through
unlikely heroes that started 30 years ago. This beautifully designed
coffee-table book is sure to captivate die-hard and casual fans alike.
