TV Roundup: ‘The Fabulous Furry Freak Brothers,’ ‘The Flintstones,’ ‘You’re Not A Monster’
A round-up of animated series that have been announced for development, production, or distribution.
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Lupin III, Japan’s Beloved Gentleman Thief, Is Getting His First CG Feature
“Lupin III: The First” is the first-fully cg feature installment in the long-running manga/anime franchise.
5 Benefits Of Taking Online Classes With CG Spectrum
While traditional study can be effective for some, an online animation/vfx/game design school offers students the freedom and flexibility to study in a way that works for them.
Spongebob’s Tom Kenny Offers Voice Acting Tips
The veteran voice actor reviews fans’ impressions of his characters, explaining his own methods in the process.
Shout! Factory Acquires Library Of Independent Animator Bill Plympton
The deal encompasses all seven of Plympton’s feature films as well as over 50 of his shorts.
Short Pick Of The Day: ‘Learning To Love The Music You Hate’ by Keith Stack
“I probably listen to music that I really don’t like more than even music I love,” says Wilco frontman Jeff Tweedy.
Video Of The Week: How To Make The Perfect Demo Reel
In a pair of video tutorials, veteran animator Jean-Denis Haas gives his views on what makes a killer animation reel.
How They Did It: Creating A 1920s Rubber-Hose Animation Style For ‘Waldo’s Dream’
Colombian animation studio Venturia shares tricks and techniques they used to create a vintage-style animation piece.
Cuphead Is Getting A Netflix Animated Series
The show is aiming for an animation style “inspired by the classic Fleischer cartoons from the 1930s.”
The Netherlands’ KLIK And HAFF Festivals Merge To Form Kaboom Animation Festival
The first edition will be held in Utrecht and Amsterdam, November 9–17.
The Stories Behind 3 Animated Documentaries: ‘Carlotta’s Face,’ ‘Egg,’ ‘Travelogue Tel Aviv’
We speak to the filmmakers of three short animated documentaries from the current festival circuit and learn how they came to be made.
GLAS Announces New Theatrical Distribution Of Animated Shorts (EXCLUSIVE)
The first edition of “Animation Next” will tour U.S. theaters this fall.
Triggerfish Launches Free Online Course For Aspiring African Animators
A new initiative from South Africa’s Triggerfish aims to help young animators learn about the animation industry.
Katsuhiro Otomo Unveils New Feature, ‘Akira’ Adaptation
“Orbital Era” is Otomo’s third full-length animated feature. It will follow young astronauts as they struggle to get by in a space colony.
Ottawa Animation Festival Announces Competition Selections For 2019 Edition
North America’s largest animation festival will screen 54 shorts and six features in competition.
Brad Bird, Weird Al, John Carpenter, Mark Hamill & Others React To End Of Original ‘Mad’ Content
“Weird Al’ Yankovic: “Goodbye to one of the all-time greatest American institutions.”
DHX Media Bolsters Animation Slate With Two Executive Appointments
Stephanie Betts and Todd Brian will oversee the creation of original animated series for the Canadian content titan.
The World Will Get A Brand-New Animation Magazine In 2020
“Revue du Film d’Animation” will only be published in French — to begin with, at least.
Ghibli Co-Founder Isao Takahata Gets Major Exhibition In Tokyo
The exhibition takes a comprehensive look at one of the most remarkable careers in Japanese animation. It runs until October 6.
Hundreds Of Canadian Filmmakers Declare ‘Crisis’ As NFB Commissioner Is Reappointed
Over 250 National Film Board of Canada directors have revolted against the organization, claiming it spends less than 20% of its budget on production.
Short Pick Of The Day: ‘Jacob And The Giraffe’ by Brian Tessler and Jon Baken
A young boy forms a special bond with a giraffe.
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