An Entire Academic Conference Is Being Devoted To The Wonders Of ‘Shrek’
Topics will include “Shrek” and Disney, online fan cultures, and merchandising and franchising.
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Short Pick Of The Day: ‘Streets Of Fury’ By Aidan McAteer
Max Punchface is only interested in two things – punch AND kicking.
Basque Animation Is Booming Thanks To A Diverse And Eye-Catching Slate Of Film And TV Projects
Spain’s Basque Country has produced animated fare that stands out at international markets, festivals, and awards ceremonies.
How Cas Van De Pol Gained Millions Of Youtube Followers With His Animated Recaps
Independent animator Cas van de Pol tells us how he organically grew his following into a hit Youtube channel.
Dozens Of Hanna-Barbera Characters Come Together In HBO Max’s ‘Jellystone!’ (Watch Trailer)
Welcome to the Hanna-Barbera Shared Universe.
Criterion Channel Is Putting A Huge Focus On Animation, Releasing 31 Features In July
The films range from the well known, like “Waltz with Bashir,” “MInd Game,” and “Fantastic Planet,” to the more obscure.
Bono Voices Reclusive Rock-Star Lion In First Trailer For ‘Sing 2’
Illumination’s cast of singing animals is back for “Sing 2,” whose first trailer runs the gamut from Drake lyrics to a rousing chorus of U2.
Chris Appelhans On Directing Netflix’s ‘Wish Dragon’ In China (Cartoon Brew Podcast)
In a wide-ranging conversation, Appelhans explains why he ended up making the feature in China, rather than through the U.S. studio system, and reflects on what it means to be an American telling a story rooted in Chinese culture.
‘Courage The Cowardly Dog’ Creator John Dilworth Not Involved In ‘Scooby-Doo’ Crossover
Other “Courage” concepts that Dilworth was developing are “not a priority” for Cartoon network, he says.
Sébastien Laudenbach To Direct ‘Carmen’ Adaptation At Folivari
Laudenbach previously directed the Annecy-winning feature “The Girl Without Hands,” which he animated alone.
‘Poupelle Of Chimney Town’ And Satoshi Kon Doc Among Titles In Fantasia Fest Lineup
The virtual festival will run August 5–25 and be geo-locked for Canadians.
Eddie Gamarra Named VP, Literary Affairs At Nickelodeon And Awesomeness
In the newly created role, Gamarra will find and evaluate literary material to option for productions at the two brands.
Triggerfish Launches Netflix-Sponsored Pan-African Story Artist Lab (EXCLUSIVE)
All African citizens can apply for this program, which offers three months of paid skills development.
An Exhibition On ‘Evangelion’ Creator Hideaki Anno Is Coming To Tokyo
Exhibits will include illustrations, keyframes, layouts, and storyboards, as well as models used for the practical effects in Anno’s live-action productions.
Cartoon Forum Announces Onsite Edition, Lineup Of 84 Projects
The organizers plan to hold the event in its usual home of Toulouse, France on September 20–23.
GKIDS Picks Up North American Rights To ‘The Deer King’
The anime feature had its world premiere at last week’s Annecy Festival.
‘Claydream’ Review: Will Vinton Doc Exposes Viciousness Of Legal Battle With Phil Knight
Marq Evans’s film also gives a rounded portrait of Vinton himself, as a visionary but flawed artist and leader.
First Look: A Private Eye And A Robot Head To Space In Feature ‘Mars Express’
Jérémie Périn’s debut feature is that rare thing in animation: a sci-fi detective story.
Short Pick Of The Day: ‘Carnaval’ By Oerd Van Cuijlenborg
Joyful abstract animated visual poetry set to the music of Camille Saint-Saëns’ entire ‘The Carnival of the Animals’ suite.
Rovio Invests In ‘Moominvalley’ Studio Gutsy Animations, Developing ‘Moomins’ Game
The developer behind “Angry Birds” has secured the rights to make games based on the beloved characters.
Annecy: Leading Animation Filmmakers Discuss Anime’s Influence On Their Work
Our notes from a panel on Japanese animation including Tomm Moore, Sofia Alexander, and Michael Dudok de Wit.
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