Long-Lost Quirino Cristiani Film ‘Entre Pitos Y Flautas’ To Screen In Buenos Aires
The film by the pioneering Latin American animation director was discovered in a group of old film cans.
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25 Years Of ‘Cow & Chicken’: A Conversation With Creator David Feiss
The classic Cartoon Network series celebrates its 25th anniversary this week.
Seven Decades Of Animation: The Rock & Roll Career Of ‘Heavy Metal’ Director Gerald Potterton
At 91 years young, the animation legend keeps plenty busy at his farm near the U.S.-Canada border.
See How Computer Animation Was Used Over 30 Years Ago To Produce ‘Roller Coaster Rabbit’
A rare look back at Disney’s Florida animation studio and the early days of computer animation.
How Don Bluth Went To War With Disney – And Lost
Our latest Video Essay features a detailed look at the epic rivalry between Don Bluth and Disney Animation.
‘Lilo & Stitch’ At 20: Directors Chris Sanders And Dean DeBlois Reunite (Video Interview)
Watch the directing duo of Lilo & Stitch reminisce about the creation, development, production, and enduring legacy of the Disney classic.
On Take Your Child To Work Day, Emily Hubley Talks Three Generations Of Family Animation
Faith and John Hubley regularly involved their children in their work, melding business and play throughout their filmmaker careers.
16 Times The Oscars Snubbed Greats Animated Shorts And Directors
The Academy Awards have a long history of ignoring the greatest animated films and filmmakers. Here’s a survey of some classic snbs.
The Wild Classics Of Rubber Hose Animation That Inspired ‘The Cuphead Show!’
Rediscover the rubbery, joyful lunacy of classic cartoons that inspired Netflix’s latest series.
Fox Entertainment Buys Gumby And Will Relaunch Character With New Series, Merchandising, And NFTs
Gumby and Pokey are being revived in the 21st century.
Jay Ward Productions And Wildbrain Strike Deal To Create New Cartoons
The deal also covers distribution and licensing for all Ward-owned IP.
Hundreds Of Cartoons From 1926 Have Just Become Public Domain
Here’s a first-of-its-kind guide to some of the animated treasures that anyone can now post, sample, and remix as they see fit.
A Homemade Documentary Reveals How ‘South Park’ Became A Megahit
This video has real tegridy.
30 Years Ago: The CG Secrets of the Ballroom Sequence in ‘Beauty and the Beast’
Jim Hillin, the cg supervisor of “Beauty and the Beast,” reveals the creation of an iconic moment in Disney animation history.
How The Co-Creator Of ‘Inspector Gadget’ Ended Up At The Heart Of Crypto Finance
Jean Chalopin’s career arc could almost be pinched from an “Inspector Gadget” storyline.
Looney Tunes Characters Are Getting A ‘Gravity-Defying’ Live Stage Show
The show promises “the same charm, swagger, and pathos” as the classic cartoons.
A Celebration Of The Mexican Artists Who Helped Create The American Animation Industry
Recognizing the Mexican and Mexican-American artists who have made immense contributions to the development of the American animation industry.
‘The Overcoat’ Has Been In Production For 40 Years – And It’s Not Even Close To Being Finished
Yuri Norstein and Francheska Yarbusova have been working on the feature since 1981. A new video essay retells their tale of creative ambition and frustration.
RIP David H. DePatie, ‘Pink Panther’ Producer And Marvel Productions Head
With Friz Freleng, DePatie ran a studio whose cartoons became network staples.
When Classical Music And Cartoons Mingled: How Friz Freleng’s ‘Rhapsody In Rivets’ Became “A Working-Class Fantasia”
Freleng’s film is a showcase for how rhythm and motion alone can create laughter when the timing is perfect.
