Annecy: 4 Things That Animation Studios Can Do To Create A Culture Of Belonging
Here are some smart ways to improve the working lives of everyone at an animation company and help build a better future for the industry.
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REPORT: There Was An Internal Battle At Disney Over This Children’s Book Starring Disgraced Animation Chief John Lasseter
Not everyone at Disney is happy about this children’s book starring John Lasseter.
#LoseLasseter Campaign Gains Steam As Disney Considers Bringing Back Alleged Harasser
The animation industry is speaking loudly, clearly, and collectively about John Lasseter. Why isn’t the Walt Disney Company listening?
BREAKING: The Animation Guild Has Suspended ‘The Loud House’ Creator Chris Savino (EXCLUSIVE)
The Animation Guild revealed to its members tonight that it has suspended “The Loud House” creator Chris Savino from the union. It is the most extensive action they’ve ever taken against a union member over sexual harassment allegations.
Color Stylists In The L.A. Animation Industry Demand Pay Equity
Color stylists are asking for fair and equal treatment from the major animation studios.
Walt Disney Co. Discussing Ways To Bring Back John Lasseter, Report Says
#MeToo? Not at the Walt Disney Company.
‘Ren & Stimpy’ Creator John Kricfalusi’s Apology Triggers Backlash From Victims
The apology that John Kricfalusi has issued to victims of his sexual misconduct is being described as “creepy,” “rage-inducing,” and “a big pile of manipulative crap.”
What Will Disney And Pixar Do About John Lasseter?
John Lasseter’s sabbatical ends on May 21, but no one knows if he’s coming back.
Women In Animation Announces First-Ever Anti-Harassment Pledge
This is the animation industry’s most significant effort to address workplace harassment and create a safer working environment for all workers.
Milestone: Over 25% Of Animation Workers In L.A. Are Now Women
A new Animation Guild report reveals which L.A. animation studios employ the most and least women artists.
‘Ren & Stimpy’ Creator John Kricfalusi Accused Of Harassment And Underage Sexual Abuse
Victims of the famous animation creator are speaking out.
Disney Animation Sets ‘Day Of Listening’ For Staff Amid Uncertainty Over John Lasseter’s Future
The artists at Walt Disney Animation Studios will have their say tomorrow.
Paramount Fires ‘Amusement Park’ Director Dylan Brown Over ‘Inappropriate’ Conduct (UPDATED)
Dylan Brown, a veteran Pixar animator, was making his directorial debut at Paramount, but now he’s been fired over ‘inappropriate’ sexual conduct.
‘Rick & Morty’ Co-Creator Dan Harmon Admits To Sexual Harassment And Treating Women ‘Like Garbage’
Dan Harmon says it was a one-time thing and that he promises not to do it again.
Watch The Director And Producer Of ‘Coco’ Address John Lasseter Sexual Harassment Allegations
The biggest challenge for “Coco” director Lee Unkrich this award season: pretending that his film’s executive producer, John Lasseter, doesn’t exist.
For The Second Year In A Row, Women Will Not Direct Any Major Animation Releases in 2018
99% of all major U.S. animation releases in the 2010s have had at least one male director. The grim situation will continue in 2018.
Female Disney Exec: I Didn’t Realize Part Of My Job Description Was “Being Groped By John Lasseter”
New allegations about John Lasseter reveal that Disney management knew about his behavior and assigned him handlers to prevent him from physically harassing women.
Walt Disney Co. Declines To Say Whether It Is Investigating Allegations Against John Lasseter
The Walt Disney Company has thrown up a wall of silence around John Lasseter.
How A Stolen Version Of This Twerkin’ Turkey Led To One Of 2017’s Biggest Dancefloor Hits
The story of an indie animator, a twerking turkey that was stolen, and one of the biggest global music hits of 2017.
