INTERVIEW: Andrew Stanton the appeal of animation at John Carter Interviews at Corinthia Hotel London on March 2, 2012 i

The transcript discusses the appeal of animations, highlighting their ability to bring imaginative and fantastical worlds to life. It emphasizes that animations allow people to explore their daydreams more concretely. The conversation also touches on a film, noting the importance of character development over visual spectacle, and expressing pride in maintaining character and emotional depth as central elements.

What is one reason animations are so popular according to the speaker?

• They are easy to produce.

• They require less creativity.

• They are always based on true stories.

• They allow people to explore imaginative worlds.

According to the speaker, what aspect of the film is he most proud of?

• The soundtrack

• The special effects

• The marketing strategy

• The character development

What does the speaker believe was a shortcoming of the book compared to the film?

• The book was not imaginative enough.

• The book had too many characters.

• The book focused too much on spectacle.

• The book was too long.

What does the speaker emphasize as the most engaging element of the film?

• The visual effects

• The historical accuracy

• The character and emotion

• The action sequences

What does the speaker suggest is more prominent in the film than in the book?

• The plot twists

• The character and relationships

• The dialogue

• The setting