Burton On Burton Direct

The interviews trace Burton’s unconventional journey from his childhood in the "empty canvas" of suburban Burbank to his early training as an animator at Disney. He discusses how he was ultimately fired by Disney for spending resources on Frankenweenie , which the company deemed too dark for children—a move that ironically freed him to pursue his own signature aesthetic.

: The composer describes their four-decade collaboration as one of the greatest experiences of his life, bridging the gap between Burton's visual and sonic worlds. A Legacy of "Maddening Creativity"

Burton often discusses the significance of his long-term creative partners.

: How characters who operate outside of society, like Batman and the Joker, find a unique kind of freedom.

: Perhaps the actor most identified with Burton’s work, Depp’s performances in films like Edward Scissorhands are cited as perfect articulations of Burton's personal style.