VES Awards 2021: ‘Soul’ Sweeps Animation Categories, Disney Wins Ten Awards (Full List Of Winners)
Disney’s “The Mandalorian” was the other big winner, scoring three wins.
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An Animated Feature Based On Peeps Candy Is In The Works
The story follows a ragtag group of Peeps characters on a journey to attend the celebration Peepsfest in Pennsylvania.
How Two Animation & Game Art Seniors At Maine College Of Art Transformed The School’s Homepage
Ruthie Harrison and Richie Ward reflect on the opportunities MECA has given them to make art and present it to the world.
What Does A Feature Animation Film Editor Do? Pixar Editor Kevin Nolting Explains His Role On ‘Soul’
The editor is one of the most important – and least understood – roles in modern feature animation filmmaking.
6 Unique Animation Books That We’re Looking Forward To This Year
Pixels, Minions, “Ducktales,” and Brits: the subjects of this year’s new animation books are as varied as they are enticing.
Black Holes Meet Murder Mystery In The Striking Monochrome Game ‘Genesis Noir’
This is one of a growing number of indie games that reject naturalism in favor of a boldly stylized 2d look.
‘Rango’ Turns 10: Gore Verbinski Reflects On An Unusual Production
The director recalls how a passion project turned into an Oscar winner.
Nikkatsu, Japan’s Oldest Major Movie Studio, Launches Anime Department
The studio has recently invested in a number of anime productions.
Short Pick Of The Day: ‘Aqualung’ by Sam Chegini
Official music video for Jethro Tull’s “Aqualung” on the occasion of the song’s 50th anniversary.
You’ll Need To Rest After Watching The Trailer For ‘Space Jam: A New Legacy’
The film is called “Space Jam: A New Legacy,” but a better title might have been “Space Jam: Everything but the Kitchen Sink.”
Writer Loses Copyright Suit Against Disney Over ‘Muppet Babies’ Reboot
Disney lawyers found a loophole in Jeffrey Scott’s case: the writer’s personal 2003 bankruptcy.
Blue Sky Took $49M In Excess Tax Credits, Say Auditors
The Disney-owned studio claimed the wrong kind of credit for three years, according to state auditors, receiving a total of nearly $100 million in tax credits.
Mamoru Hosoda Teams Up With Cartoon Saloon And Disney Vet Jin Kim For New Film ‘Belle’
The senior creative team is shaping up to be unusually international for a Japanese animated feature.
Short Pick Of The Day: ‘Augenblicke: A Blink Of An Eye’ by Kiana Naghshineh
Nominated for an Annie Award and a finalist at the Student Academy Awards, Kiana Naghshineh’s ‘Augenblicke’ has debuted online.
True Crime Meets Animation In This Strange Case Of Pirated Russian Animation In Hollywood
A highly improbable crime caper concerning classic Soviet animation.
Canadian Screen Awards 2021 Animation Nominations
“Hotel Transylvania: The Series” and “Corner Gas Animated” lead the television categories with the most nominations.
Veteran Dreamworks Executive Doug Schwalbe Launches The Co-Production Company
The company is backed by France’s Superprod Group, and has partnered with several high-profile animation creators and studios.
Laika Moves Into Live Action, Plans To Adapt Action Thriller Novel ‘Seventeen’
The studio is also at work on its sixth animated feature.
How To Get Your Short Made At A Major U.S. Studio: 5 Tips From Studio Executives
The executives from Dreamworks, Cartoon Network, and Lion Forge were speaking at Kidscreen Summit.
Disney Is Developing Dozens Of Adult Animated Series Through A New TV Unit
The 20th Television Animation Unit will also have oversight of existing series like “Family Guy” and “The Simpsons.”
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