‘How To Train Your Dragon 2’ Named Best Animated Film of 2014 by National Board of Review
The National Board of Review named ‘How to Train Your Dragon 2’ the best animated film of the year.
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The Art of Collaboration: Robert Kondo & Dice Tsutsumi on Directing ‘The Dam Keeper’ (VIDEO)
Former Pixar art director Robert Kondo and Dice Tsutsumi talk about the challenges of directing their first independent film “The Dam Keeper.”
Inspiration From Everywhere All At Once: Expanding Educational Experience At SVA
SVA students and alumni discuss extracurricular activities that helped to enrich their educational experience at the school.
‘Penn Zero’ Debuts This Friday on Disney XD
Disney will launch its new action/comedy series “Penn Zero: Part-Time Hero” this Friday with a Christmas special on Disney XD.
Artist of the Day: Stéphane Kardos
Today we look at the work of Stéphane Kardos, Cartoon Brew’s Artist of the Day!
Nora Twomey Will Direct Cartoon Saloon’s Next Film ‘The Breadwinner’
Cartoon Saloon’s next animated feature will be “The Breadwinner,” based on the bestelling novel by Deborah Ellis.
‘LEGO Movie’ Named Best Animated Film of 2014 by New York Film Critics Circle
The New York Film Critics Circle named “The LEGO Movie” the best animated film of the year.
42nd Annie Award Nominations Announced: Complete List
Laika’s “The Boxtrolls” topped the noms with a total of thirteen; the awards will be handed out January 31, 2015, in Los Angeles, California.
‘Penguins’ Weak in U.S., Animated Films Big in France, U.K. and Spain
The DreamWorks brand continues its free-fall in the United States: “Penguins of Madagascar” opened below all expectations in the U.S.
‘Mouse in Transition’: ‘Basil’ Kicks Into High Gear (Chapter 13)
When the Disney strike of 1982 ended and the story artists returned to their respective work spaces in the animation building, “Basil of Baker Street” was still running along two sets of tracks. There were storyboards filled with gags and character bits, and boards filled with plot points.
Birdo Created Rio 2016 Olympic Mascots
São Paulo-based Birdo Studio was selected to create Rio’s 2016 Olympic mascots.
Festival Call for Entries: Northwest Animation Fest, Future Film Festival, Fest Anca
Our new Animation Festival Guide is a hand-picked list of calls for entries from respected festivals around the globe. This week, we add three new calls for entries from Portland, Oregon; Bologna, Italy; and Žilina, Slovakia.
Grant Orchard’s New TV Series ‘Hey Duggee’ Has a Teaser
Studio AKA has posted a first look at its ridiculously appealing new preschool series “Hey Duggee” created by “A Morning Stroll” director Grant Orchard.
An Excellent History of Graphics in Videogames
“Pixel Pioneers: A Brief History of Graphics” is a 5-part documentary by Stuart Brown about the evolution of graphics in videogames.
Reasons to Be Thankful: Classic Cartoons
Today we’re thankful for many reasons, including classic animated shorts.
‘One Minute on Earth’ by John Jones
Watch ‘One Minute on Earth,’ a short film by John Jones.
Artist of the Day: Vincent Djinda
Today we look at the work of Vincent Djinda, Cartoon Brew’s Artist of the Day!
Oscar-Contender Signe Baumane On Why Animation Beats Live-Action for Some Stories
Signe Baumane talks about why animation was a better choice than live-action for her feature film debut “Rocks in My Pockets.”
Mort & Phil Will Take on ‘Penguins of Madagascar’ in Spain This Weekend
There’s a fascinating box office match-up brewing in Spain this weekend between DreamWorks Animation’s “Penguins of Madagascar” and the homegrown Spanish CGI feature “Mortadelo y Filemón contra Jimmy el Cachondo.”
Job Openings: Indiana University, Boulder Media, Buck, JibJab, Nitrogen, Copernicus & More
Are you hunting for a great animation job? The Cartoon Brew Job Board is the ideal place to look for your next gig.
Disney Will Air Its Classic Cartoons on Time Warner’s TCM
In one of the more bizarre recent examples of cross-corporate collaboration, Disney has announced a new TV program called “Treasures From the Disney Vault” that will air on Time Warner-owned Turner Classic Movies.
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