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Tools Of The Trade: Olivier Lescot on Adobe After Effects
The director describes the software’s unique advantages, and explains how he harnessed them in his recent commercial for Ariana Grande’s R.E.M. fragrance.
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The U.S. Government Has Added ‘Shrek’ To The National Film Registry
According to the U.S. government, “Shrek” reflects “who we are as a people and as a nation.”
Re:Anima Joint Master In Animation Has Opened A New Call For Applications
The program offers an intensive two-year exploration of animation from an artistic perspective in Ireland, Belgium, or Portugal.
‘Josep’ Wins Best Animated Feature At European Film Awards
The European Film Awards chose a biopic about Spanish artist Josep Bartoli as the best animated feature of the year.
French Animation’s Production Costs Hit All-Time High In 2019, As Foreign Investment Surged
New data on France’s animation production and market has been released by the CNC (the country’s national film board) and trade association Animfrance.
Epic Storyworlds Founders Launch New Studio, Loomi Animation, In Québec City
The studio’s first project will be “Dex and the Humanimals,” a 2d comedy-action series produced with Epic Storyworlds.
All The Animated Titles Presented At Disney’s Investor Day
Pixar and Walt Disney Animation Studios are moving into series production, “Star Wars” and Marvel get spin-offs, and African creators come onboard…
Former Disney Executive David Levine Joins Moonbug As Head Of Studio
The start-up, which buys and develops preschool IP, bills itself as “one of the largest digital media companies in the world.”
Employment In France’s Animation Industry Hit A Record High In 2019, But Wages Stagnant
A major new report reveals the mixed state of France’s animation industry.
From Meme To Mainstream: ‘Ratatouille: The Tiktok Musical’ Will Get A Broadway-Style Production
This may be the most “2020” bit of entertainment news we’ve heard.
Dreamworks Is Developing A Feature Based On Dav Pilkey’s ‘Dog Man’ Books, ‘Animaniacs’ Writer Peter Hastings Attached To Direct
Dreamworks is continuing its relationship with “Captain Underpants” creator Dav Pilkey.
It’s Official: Sony’s Funimation To Buy Crunchyroll From AT&T For $1.175 Billion
The sale, if approved, will represent a major consolidation of global anime streaming and distribution.
‘Lupin III: The First’ Interview: The Joys And Challenges Of Translating The Classic Franchise To CG
We discuss the gentleman thief’s first cg outing with Tomokazu Sakamoto and Tatsuya Akagi, animation and rigging supervisor on the film.
Short Pick Of The Day: ‘Lizard Ladder’ by Ted Wiggin
Animals caught between planes of existence and an egg.
Tools Of The Trade: Damien O’Connor on Bose Noise-Canceling Headphones
“When I am writing, my Bose Noise-Canceling Headphones rarely leave my head,” says writer and director Damien O’Connor.
Christopher Nolan Slams Warner Bros. Streaming Strategy: ‘It’s Very, Very, Very, Very Messy’
The “Tenet” director is among the many industry figures condemning the studio’s radical new plan.
‘The Croods: A New Age’: China Gross Is Now Almost Double North America’s
The caveman sequel has now grossed $20.3 million in North America and $36.6 million in China.
Daytime Emmys Announce Juried Animation Winners After Delay
The winners in the “individual achievement in animation” category were supposed to be announced in June, but the pandemic disrupted the judging process.
Survey: Majority Of Americans Don’t Want To Visit Cinema In Next Six Months
Even after the pandemic, more people will want to watch new releases at home than in theaters, a new survey finds.
How To Mount A Successful Oscar Campaign For An Animated Short: Tips From The Experts
At Montreal’s Les Sommets festival last week, two veteran managers of awards campaigns spoke about their work. Here are our key takeaways.
Short Pick Of The Day: ‘WhateverTree’ by Isaac King
A dead tree goes viral, attracting wildlife, a nature lover, and a crowd of online followers.
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