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Five Animated Features That Academy Voters Shouldn’t Overlook This Awards Season
These standout features from 2022 deserve a close look from Oscar voters.
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‘Rick And Morty,’ ‘Solar Opposites’ Co-Creator Justin Roiland Charged With Felony Domestic Violence, False Imprisonment
A protective order prohibits Roiland from getting within 100 feet of his alleged victim.
The Making Of Natalia Mirzoyan’s ‘Winter In March,’ An Oscar-Qualified Short Telling A Personal Story Of Resistance
‘Winter in March’ is a handcrafted film that uses soft materials to explore difficult, often painful subjects following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
‘Mother Land,’ South Korea’s First Stop-Motion Feature In 45 Years, Hits Korean Theaters Later This Month
The film opens January 25 in Korean theaters.
‘Baby Shark,’ ‘Bebefinn’ Producer The Pinkfong Company Appoints David Levy As Head Of U.S. Studio
Based in L.A., Levy will head the development and production of original IP in short-form and long-form content and oversee co-productions.
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The new platform will combine the catalogs and creative networks of all three Genius subsidiaries under one banner, headed by Todd Steinman.
The Oscar Shortlist Interviews: How Each Film Founds Its Visual Style
The fifteen shortlisted filmmakers for the Best Animated Short Academy Award talk about the visual development of their films.
A Viral Animated Short Has Thousands Convinced That Babies Are Being Genetically Modified And Birthed In Factories
According to filmmaker Hashem Al-Ghaili, the video was intended only to showcase how far technology has progressed and inspire discussion.
‘Guillermo Del Toro’s Pinocchio’ Wins Best Animated Feature Golden Globe
In his acceptance speech, del Toro reminded audiences that, “Animation is cinema,” and that it is “not a genre for kids; it’s a medium.”
Todd Brian, TV Writer And Wildbrain Animation Executive, Dies At 59
Brian also worked in senior creative and writing positions at Corus Entertainment, Marblemedia, EOne, and the CBC.
The Oscar Shortlist Interviews: What Each Filmmaker Learned Making Their Shorts
The second in our three-part interview series with the shortlisted filmmakers for the Best Animated Short Academy Award.
‘Koala Man’ Showrunners Dan Hernandez, Benji Samit Sign New Deal With 20th Television Animation
The duo signed a multi-year deal to create, develop, and produce new shows through their company Hermit House.
The Oscar Shortlist Interviews: What Inspired The 15 Stories
The first in a three-part interview series with the shortlisted filmmakers for the Best Animated Short Academy Award.
NBCUniversal To Take The Top 3 Animation Box Office Spots From 2022 As ‘Puss In Boots’ Continues To Put Up Big Numbers
Universal’s other two winners in 2022 were “Minions: The Rise of Gru” and “The Bad Guys.”
Why Did AMC And Netflix Drop Their Adult Animation Series ‘Pantheon’ And ‘Inside Job,’ And Could Either Come Back Elsewhere?
Adult animation fans and artists take another hit as two more series get canceled, with ‘Pantheon’ removed from AMC+ entirely.
Why HBO Max Removed Hundreds Of Classic Looney Tunes Films From Its Service
Warner Bros. Discovery’s latest move tramples over the company’s rich animation legacy.
Chris Williams Is Developing Two New Features At Netflix, Including A ‘Sea Beast’ Sequel
He is also developing an original fantasy film that is tonally between “Lord of the Rings” and “Princess Bride.”
Toho Acquires 50% Stake In Frederator’s ‘Bravest Warriors’ And ‘Bee And Puppycat’
The Japanese company will co-produce new content and consumer products based on three Frederator properties.
Know Your Indie Filmmaker: Mirai Mizue
Mizue’s visually scrumptious, kaleidoscopic wonders dazzle the eyes and ears.
Sheridan College Alumni Discuss Their Time At Canada’s Most Famous Animation School
Everything you should know about Canada’s Sheridan College according to staff and students.
Struggling Vimeo To Lay Off 11% Of Workforce, Company President Resigns
Once an essential resource in the independent animation and filmmaking community, Vimeo has struggled to become a sustainable company after its pivot to a tech platform.
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