Women In Animation Launches Database For Underrepresented Talent
The initiative aims to help animation studios hire female, trans, and nonbinary talent.
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Help Wanted: We’re Hiring Writers And A Social Media Coordinator
We’re growing our team here at Cartoon Brew with openings for multiple freelance positions.
Tenerife: A Thriving International Animation Hub In Spain’s Canary Islands
Tenerife’s animation and vfx industries are booming thanks to highly competitive tax incentives and an influx of talented artists.
David Bowie’s Advice To Artists: “It’s Dangerous For An Artist To Fulfill Other People’s Expectations”
Succinct and timeless insights on how to be an artist – in one minute.
Warnermedia And Discovery Are Set To Merge In $43 Billion Deal. Here’s What It Means.
The deal paves the way for the creation of an entertainment titan — and marks a drastic U-turn for AT&T.
Adam Sandler Didn’t Return For The Franchise Finale ‘Hotel Transylvania: Transformania’ (Trailer)
The film is coming to theaters on July 23.
Weekend Long Reads: Isao Takahata, Joanna Quinn, And Peter Chung
Here are three longer reads we’ve published recently that are definitely worth your time.
Australia Commits New Money For Kids’ Content And Gaming
The budget comes half a year after the government’s controversial abolition of kids’ content quotas for broadcasters.
Youtube Will Pay $100M To Creators On Its New Shorts Platform
The platform, which hosts videos of up to 60 seconds, is competing with Tiktok and others for artists and influencers.
Studio Khara Condemns ‘Slander, Threats’ Against ‘Evangelion’ Crew
The Japanese studio has threatened legal action against those who threaten or defame its staff.
‘Ultraman’ CG Feature In Works At Netflix; Shannon Tindle To Direct
The venerable Japanese superhero finds himself fathering a baby monster in the film.
Adult Swim Announces ‘Metalocalypse,’ ‘Aqua Teen Hunger Force,’ ‘Venture Bros.’ Movies
The films will debut on Blu-ray/DVD and VOD before moving to HBO Max and Adult Swim.
‘Parasite’ Director Bong Joon-ho Is Working On CG Feature
The film is described as “a story about mankind and deepwater creatures.”
Japan’s Kadokawa Aims To Produce 40 Animated Titles Per Year By 2023
The media titan is also looking to set up a cg studio with “top-class” global talent.
What Animation Does Sony Own?
A continuing series in which we map out what major corporations own in terms of animation-related characters, studios, and distribution platforms.
Russia’s Far East Earmarked For Creation Of New Animation Hub
Soyuzmultfilm, Russia’s venerable state-owned studio, is behind the initiative.
L.A.’s Align Invests $6.5M In European Co-Pro ‘Kensuke’s Kingdom’
The young company aims to fund five projects a year in the $6M–$30M budget range, with a current focus on animation.
See First Images From Spain’s ‘Inspector Sun And The Curse Of The Black Widow’
The family film, which is set in a world where humans and insects co-exist, riffs on classic detective stories.
Nintendo To Nominate Illumination Boss Chris Meledandri To Board Of Directors
Illumination is producing a forthcoming “Super Mario” animated movie with Nintendo.
France’s Fost Studio To Open Office In Angoulême, Creating Up To 70 Jobs
The young studio’s credits include the “Ernest and Celestine”series and Cartoon Saloon’s “Wolfwalkers.”
Animation Advice From The Late ‘Simpsons’ Artist Edwin Aguilar
The “Simpsons” assistant director, who passed away last month, gave an illuminating masterclass shortly before his death.
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