Netflix Cuts One-Third Of Feature Animation Division As Part Of Strategic Overhaul (Exclusive)
The layoffs come as Netflix reduces the division's output to two tentpole films per year.
The layoffs come as Netflix reduces the division's output to two tentpole films per year.
Prizes were awarded in four categories: feature film, short film, tv series or special, and student film.
"In the good old days it took 500 artists five years to make a world-class animated movie. I think it won’t take 10% of that three years from now," he claimed during a panel.
For the first time, this year's short film winner will qualify for the Oscars' 2025 animated short category.
Guests include 'Digital Circus' creator Gooseworx, 'Lackadaisy' creator Tracy Butler, and 'Helluva Boss' creator Vivienne “Vivziepop” Medrano .
The world of animation is as much about storytelling as it is about technique. Animation Mentor's latest student showcase is a testament to this fact.
Skybound Entertainment is reviving the legendary indie animation showcase.
Virginia becomes the fifth state in which TAG will represent animation industry workers.
This is the third group of Disney employees to vote in favor of unionizing in the last three months.
A look at the stories that had the biggest impact on the animation world last month.
Wildbrain is the third Canadian studio to unionize with IATSE, joining Titmouse's Vancouver unit and game developer Anemone Hug Interactive.
We've got details on nine animated features being showcased at this year's AFM.
Netflix will debut 'Scott Pilgrim Takes Off' while 'Aqua Teen Hunger Force' and 'Invincible' return to Max and Prime Video respectively.
Chiara Malta and Sébastien Laudenbach's feature won the jury and audience awards, while Tal Kantor's 'Letter to a Pig' won best short.
What could you animate in one day? These students found out at this year's 24 Hours animation contest.
The facility will include a screening room, training spaces, exhibition space, and a year-round workplace for the festival's organizers.
These new T&J shorts capture the feisty vigor of Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera's creations, while effortlessly incorporating new elements.
Netflix will begin releasing Skydance animated features in 2024, starting with Vicky Jensons' 'Spellbound.'
This year's Summit runs from November 1-3 at the Garland in North Hollywood.
The company's aim is to "democratize 3d animation."