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Mexico

LatAm Annecy LatAm Annecy
Feature Film

Latin America Shines At Annecy: ‘Perlimps,’ ‘They Shot The Piano Player,’ ‘Arbor,’ ‘Petra and the Sun’

Titles from Brazil, Peru, Mexico, and Chile were just a few from the increasingly prominent Latin American contingent at this year’s Annecy.

By Jamie Lang | 2 months ago

Frankelda's Book of Spooks Frankelda's Book of Spooks
Interviews

Creating A Menagerie Of Monster Puppets For ‘Frankelda’s Book Of Spooks’

We speak to the directors and designers behind Mexico’s ambitious stop-motion series.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 8 months ago

Mexican animation artists
Animators

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.

By Amid Amidi | 10 months ago

Pixelatl
Events

7 Key Highlights At Pixelatl Festival, Starting Tomorrow

For the second year in a row, it will take place in an online format, making it accessible to a global audience.

By Amid Amidi | 11 months ago

Los tres reyes magos
RIP

Fernando Ruíz Álvarez, Co-Director Of Mexico’s First Animated Feature, Dies At 79

Animator, filmmaker, entrepreneur: to many, Ruíz was the father of Mexican animation.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 12 months ago

Pixelatl 2021 trailer
Events

Jorge Gutiérrez, Sandra Equihua, Aska Animation Team Up For Pixelatl’s 2021 Trailer (Exclusive Premiere)

Latin America’s leading animation festival will be held virtually on September 7–11.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 1 year ago

Quirino Awards 2021
Awards

‘A Costume For Nicholas,’ ‘Petit,’ ‘Homeless Home’ Among Winners At 2021 Quirino Awards

2d animation performed well at this year’s edition of the awards, which honor animation from Spain, Portugal, and Latin America.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 1 year ago

Frankelda’s Book of Spooks
Business

Mexican Stop-Motion Series ‘Frankelda’s Book Of Spooks’ Is Coming To HBO Max

The series is in the works at Cinema Fantasma, whose film “Revoltoso” we exclusively premiered last year.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 1 year ago

Rafatoon, Sia "Hey Boy"
Music Videos

Tools Of The Trade: Rafatoon on Zoom

“The most important element is to have great confidence in your team,” says Rafatoon of directing animation in the Zoom age.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 2 years ago

Sublime 2020
Sponsored by Jalisco Animation Companies

Sublime, Jalisco’s Buzzing Business And Creativity Summit, Goes Virtual For 3rd Edition Starting Tomorrow

The event, based in the heartland of Mexican animation, brings together leading figures from the film, animation, video game, and vfx communities.

By Cartoon Brew Connect | 2 years ago

"Fridastyle"
Events

Ideatoon 2020: A Snapshot Of Latin American Animation Today

We speak to finalists in this year’s pitching contest about the benefits and challenges of creating animated IP in the region.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 2 years ago

Cartoon Brew's Weekly Podcast
Feature Film

PODCAST: Listen To Cartoon Brew’s The Weekly

This week we look at shifting theatrical schedules, Fox’s big commitment to animation, and talk to Pixelatl head José Iñesta about Mexico’s evolving animation industry.

By Jen Hurler | 2 years ago

Pixelatl 2020 line-up
Events

Rebecca Sugar, Julia Pott, Sofía Alexander Lead Focus On Women In Animation At Pixelatl 2020

“Even though the industry is overflowing with female talent, it is not always highlighted,” says Pixelatl artistic director Christian Bermejo.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 2 years ago

Pixelatl 2020 trailer
Events

Mexico’s Pixelatl Festival Unveils 2020 Trailer By Exodo Animation Studio (Exclusive)

The trailer’s director Paco Zamudio talks to us about the state of Mexican and Latin American animation.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 2 years ago

"Revoltoso"
Cartoon Brew Pick

Revolution, Cubism, And A Love Letter To Cinema: ‘Revoltoso’ Is An Epic Stop-Motion Short From Mexico (Exclusive Online Premiere)

Arturo “Vonno” Ambriz tells Cartoon Brew about making a stop-motion epic with little money and no prior experience.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 2 years ago

"Los Lobos"
Feature Film

How A Mexican Studio Turned Kids’ Drawings Into Animation For The Berlin-Winning Feature ‘Los Lobos’

When Sam Kishi wanted to incorporate animated segments into his live-action feature, he didn’t have to look far. That’s because he also runs the Mexican animation studio Platypus.

By Carlos Aguilar | 2 years ago

Cartoon Culture

How The Coronavirus Crisis Is Being Interpreted Through Art And Animation

Children’s books, sitcom parodies, Lego animation: the crisis is bringing out the best in artists the world over.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 2 years ago

Roman Arambula, "Mickey Mouse"
RIP

Roman Arambula, Mexican Artist Who Drew Mickey Mouse Comic Strip, Dies At 83

Arambula’s storied career took him from the animation studios of Mexico City to a 15-year run as the lead artist of the Mickey Mouse comic strip.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 2 years ago

Luis Alfonso Mendoza
RIP

Luis Alfonso Mendoza, Spanish Voice Of Bugs Bunny And Gohan, Killed In Mexico

Mendoza’s wife and brother-in-law were also murdered.

By Amid Amidi | 2 years ago

Quirino Finalists 2020
Awards

Quirino Awards 2020: Full List Of Finalists

A total of 22 works — features, shorts, series, and video games — from nine Ibero-American countries are in contention for an award.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 2 years ago

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