The 10 Most-Viewed Pieces Of Youtube Animation Aren’t What You Might Expect
Youtube is the new gatekeeper for animation creators – and that’s not necessarily a good thing.
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Bobby Chiu Calls CTN Animation Expo ‘Toxic,’ Accuses Event Of Bullying And Abusing Artists
A prominent industry figure has vowed to never attend CTN Animation Expo again. He is part of a growing group of artists who are criticizing the popular L.A. industry event.
People Are Questioning Disney’s Inconsistent Values: James Gunn Was Fired Over Tweets, John Lasseter Is Still Employed
The Disney Company’s inconsistent values and ethics is causing a lot of people to question its reputation as a family-friendly brand.
‘Teen Titans Go! To the Movies’ Is Coming Out This Week, And Everyone Should Be Paying Attention
This film is a major rarity in the U.S movie market.
Here Is The Ultimate Guide To Distributing A Short Film On The Internet
The “Be Everywhere All At Once” strategy is a new – and smarter – way to think about distributing a short film online.
Brad Bird: ‘Incredibles 2’ Is NOT A Kids Movie
Brad Bird doesn’t care if your 4-year-old doesn’t like his film.
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.
A Tectonic Shift: Teens Are Online Constantly, Youtube And Snapchat Top Facebook In Popularity
A new study reveals valuable insights into online consumption habits by teens.
It’s Officially Been Two Years Since The Last Major U.S. Animation Release Directed By A Woman
It’s not just women who are lacking from the picture either — men aren’t treated equally either.
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.
COMMENTARY: Why Did ‘Coco’ Producer Darla K. Anderson Ditch Pixar Just Days After Winning The Oscar?
One of the most important people at Pixar, 25-year veteran producer Darla K. Anderson, has left the company just days after she won the Oscar for “Coco.”
Will Wes Anderson’s ‘Isle of Dogs’ Help Animation Be Viewed As A Serious Artform?
Wes Anderson’s new film is already breaking barriers, becoming the first animated feature to open the Berlinale festival. What else can it do for animation art?
It’s Buying Season In Animation. So Hurry Up And…Read This!
A tv animation veteran shares some thoughts on the current demand for series in the animation industry.
Butch Hartman’s Video About Leaving Nick Shows How Creators Can Control Their Brand
Creators can learn a lot from how Butch Hartman announced that he’s leaving Nickelodeon.
Commentary: The Annie Awards In The #MeToo Era
When your first award presenter of the evening is a man charged with rape, it’s a fair indication of where the rest of the evening is headed.
The Twenty Most-Read Cartoon Brew Stories of 2017
Here’s a look back at the pieces that captivated the animation community in 2017.
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.
Actors Shouldn’t Take All The Credit For Performance Capture, Says ‘Kong: Skull Island’ Director
“[It’s] misguided to even consider nominating an actor for a performance unless you’re also gonna nominate the part of the vfx team behind it and the vfx supervisor because that is a joint effort.”
There’s A Problem With Apu – And Now There’s A Film About It
When creating Apu, voice actor Hank Azaria said he was instructed by “The Simpsons” writing staff: “Can you do an Indian accent and how offensive can you make it?” Now there’s a documentary about how offensive Apu is.
This Award Season, Andy Serkis Has Found New Ways To Disrespect Animators
Andy Serkis’ newest lie: animators aren’t part of the production process for the characters he performs.
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