“Frankenweenie” props, sets to tour world in art exhibition with stops at San Diego Comic-Con, Disneyland

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Animated man and dog in black and white

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Walt Disney Studios announced today a touring exhibition featuring the art of Tim Burton’s “Frankenweenie,” the stop-motion, animated feature film that will be released on October 5, 2012.

The Art of Frankenweenie Exhibition will premiere in Barcelona, Spain, at CineEurope, June 18-21, and in the U.S. at the San Diego Comic-Con 2012, July 11-15, followed by a visit to the Disneyland area in Anaheim, California, Sept. 14 – Nov. 5, 2012.

Ultimately the tour will have visited a total of seven countries, including Spain, France, England, Japan, Mexico, Canada and the U.S.A.

Here’s a preview of the many characters, props, and sets that will be on display in the exhibition:

The Art of Frankenweenie Exhibition captures the magic of the filmmaking process and gives audiences an exclusive glimpse into the stop-motion animation process brought to life by visionary filmmaker Tim Burton.

From original sketches drawn by Burton, to extensive props, sets and puppets, the exhibition showcases the artistic detail and vision that has gone into bringing this heartwarming tale to the big screen in 2012’s most highly anticipated animated movie. The Art of Frankenweenie Exhibition delves into the world of a boy who, inspired by science and the love of his dog, brings his beloved pet back from the dead. 

“Frankenweenie” is a tale about a boy and his dog. After unexpectedly losing his beloved dog Sparky, young Victor harnesses the power of science to bring his best friend back to life—with just a few minor adjustments. He tries to hide his home-sewn creation, but when Sparky gets out, Victor’s fellow students, teachers and the entire town all learn that getting a new “leash on life” can be monstrous.

A stop-motion animated film, “Frankenweenie” was filmed in black and white and rendered in 3D. The talented voice cast includes: Catherine O’Hara, Martin Short, Martin Landau, Charlie Tahan, Atticus Shaffer, Robert Capron, Conchata Ferrell and Winona Ryder.

Presented by Disney, “Frankenweenie” is directed by Tim Burton, produced by Tim Burton and Allison Abbate, and executive produced by Don Hahn, from a screenplay by John August, based on an original idea by Tim Burton.

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