The two most popular forms of animation today are Disney animation and Japanese anime. Each style differs from the other in many
respects, some of which include the visuals, how the action scenes are created, how the emotional scenes are portrayed, and even the type of audience it draws. Disney is family oriented while anime is more geared toward an adult audience, and that brings different ethical responsibilities on each side. In addition, both animation styles originated in different countries. How did (or does) the government get involved? As all forms of entertainment are highly influential to citizens, the government (or an independent source) may have provided guidelines to follow. Other considerations include how technology improved the quality of animation and how techniques emerged over time that made the production process easier and more efficient.
For this activity, you will write an essay that discusses at least three differences between Disney animation and Japanese anime that cover the following categories:
The ethical influence each has on you
The laws (or lack thereof) regarding the use of technology in animation
The impact that each form of animation has on society
In addition, must explain at least two ways that each animation style has evolved. Your essay should be a minimum of 1,000 words, and spelling, grammar, and punctuation will be factored into your grade. Visual aids, such as images and graphics, are recommended but not required.
Research for your essay will need to combine a review of the unit’s material supplemented with online research.
Submit your essay in a word processing software and ensure it is at least 1,000 words long. Don’t forget to proofread your essay before submitting it to confirm that spelling, grammar, and punctuation are correct. Visual aids, if included, should be embedded in your file, so an application such as Notepad should be avoided for this assignment.
