Florida Governor Lashes Out At ‘Woke Corporation’ Disney
DeSantis also accused Disney of hypocrisy, arguing that the company only takes a stance when politically convenient.
China
China Box Office: New ‘Boonie Bears’ Film Takes $89M Over Lunar New Year
In six days, “Boonie Bears” grossed seven times what “Encanto” managed in a month.
Asian Shadows Nabs Sales Rights To Lei Lei’s ‘Silver Bird And Rainbow Fish’
The feature from Lei, one of the most notable Chinese indie filmmakers working today, premieres this week at Rotterdam.
Controversial Indie Feature ‘I Am What I Am’ Is Most Popular Chinese Film Of New Year Period
Despite a backlash over its character design, the film is proving very popular with audiences.
‘To The Bright Side’ Looks Unlike Other Chinese Animated Features
The seven-part anthology film probes the theme of childhood from various angles.
‘Slanted Eyes’ In Chinese Indie Film ‘I Am What I Am’ Spark Backlash
The filmmakers wanted more realism in their designs. But some viewers think the film is playing up to racist stereotypes of the Chinese.
Tired Of Kiddie Animated Features? Here’s 5 Mature Films To Look Forward To In 2022
Adults, take heart: the rest of the world makes animated features for you, even if Hollywood doesn’t.
Singapore’s Tiny Island Productions Partners With Huawei To Build Metaverse Theme Park
Tiny Island Universe will feature malls and zones for users to “explore, socialize, and have fun in.”
China’s ‘Green Snake’ Debuts At #3 On Netflix’s Weekly Charts
The film made a big splash on Netflix with little help from U.S. viewers.
Bilibili Unveils Slate Of Over 50 Animated Titles, Targets Overseas Market
The Chinese streaming giant has changed its slogan from “Made for China” to “Made for Global.”
‘Over The Moon’ Studio Pearl Unveils Three New Features, Talent Accelerator
The Shanghai studio is going big on sci-fi, fantasy, and Chinese mythology.
Netflix Is Releasing David Silverman’s ‘Extinct’ Tomorrow (Watch Trailer)
They’re not donuts; they’re flummels.
Epic Pulls Chinese Version Of ‘Fortnite,’ Offers No Explanation
The move comes amid growing regulation of gaming in China.
China’s Tencent Invests In Kadokawa, Will Co-Finance Animation And Develop Japanese IP
The partnership between the two media giants reflects the shifting balance of power between the Chinese and Japanese industries.
Chinese Box Office: Three Domestic Animated Features Released Over Patriotic Holiday
China is releasing animated features at breakneck speed.
Over 200 Chinese Game Companies Pledge To Self-Regulate Amid Government Crackdown
The companies have vowed to take action against gaming addiction, as well as themes like “sissy men,” “gay love” and “money worship.”
China’s Crackdown On Kids’ Shows: What You Need To Know
The Chinese government says it wants only “excellent cartoons” that “promote truth, goodness, and beauty.”
Netflix Releases ‘Arcane’ Trailer, Premiering November 6
The 9-episode series is based on the popular online game League of Legends.
Catch Up On Southeast Asia’s Animation And Games Industries At Malaysia Digital Creativity Festival (MYDCF)
The two-part conference runs virtually throughout September, showcasing the latest and most exciting projects from the region.
China’s West Lake Festival To Hold Delayed First Edition In November
Entries are currently open — and free.
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