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Floyd Norman To Attend Smithsonian Screening Of Floyd Norman: An Animated Life

The pioneering Disney animator will appear at the National Museum of African American History and Culture for a screening and discussion.

This New Documentary Explores A Live Animation Pipeline Set Up Inside A Science Museum

The short film documents Immersive Enterprise Laboratories’ public experiment in real-time animation at San Diego’s Fleet Science Center.

Donald McWilliams — Canadian Animation’s Custodian Of Memory

How one accidental screening led a lifelong NFB relationship blending documentary, animation, mentorship, and the preservation of Canada’s film history.

‘Animation Mavericks’ Feature Documentary Brings UPA’s Untold Story To The Screen

The upcoming documentary examines the artists, politics, and risks behind the studio that broke away from Disney’s industry-dominant realism.

‘Animation Became The Only Honest Way Forward’: The Ethical Weight Of Animating Real Life In Climate Migration Doc ‘Black Butterflies’

Built from years of field research and first-hand interviews, ‘Black Butterflies’ shows how animation lets documentary go where cameras can’t follow.

Rooted In Toronto’s Kensington Market And Remote Shamattawa: Discover The Surreal Characters Of ‘Endless Cookie’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Director Seth Scriver on blending family memories, character design, and psychedelic stories in his genre-bending film, in theaters this weekend, VOD on the 16.

WATCH: DreamWorks Documentary ‘Shooting For The Moon’ Highlights History Of Studio From Artists’ Perspective

The unauthorized documentary provides new insights into the 30-year history of one of America’s most famous animation studios.

2025 Tribeca Festival Lineup Includes 3 Animated Features

The festival will take place June 4-15 in New York City.

How Colombia’s Venturia Animation Added A Dose Of Classic Animation To The ‘Not Just A Goof’ Documentary

The new Disney+ documentary about the making of ‘A Goofy Movie’ is augmented with unique animated sequences that bring the story to life.

‘I’m Late’ Is A Poignant And Often Funny Documentary About Menstruation

Beneath its seemingly lighthearted surface, the film delves into issues related to gender, healthcare, pregnancy, parenting, and adulthood.

From Teeny Little Super Guys To Animated Dogs: Paul Fierlinger Dies At 89

Fierlinger carved out a singular path in animation — one marked by a distinct visual voice, a relentless work ethic, and a deep emotional honesty.

Picha Against All Odds : New Documentary Sheds Light On Belgian Animation Satirical Legend

Belgian filmmaker Luc Jabon speaks with Cartoon Brew about unearthing Picha’s legacy and recontextualizing the work of this European pioneer of adult animation.

Diana Cam Van Nguyen’s Experimental Memoir ‘Love, Dad’ Premieres Online

This collage film about a daughter and father attempting to reconnect combines letters, stop-motion cutouts, rotoscoping, and archival photos.

‘The Pioneers’ Is A Tribute To The Forgotten And Overlooked Pioneers Of Space Travel

Based on historical records, this unique documentary rhythmically depicts 59 test rocket launches, each carrying an animal, before humans were eventually sent into space.

Oscar Shortlist Interviews: Directors Laura Gonçalves & Alexandra Ramires Share Their Favorite Shot From ‘Percebes’ (Exclusive)

In this exclusive series, the filmmakers behind each of this year’s Oscar-shortlisted shorts reveal their favorite shots.

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