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French Animation Exports Slide: Established IPs Hold But New Properties Struggle As North America Hits 16-Year Low
French animation exports fell nearly 10% in 2024, with North American sales plunging 37% to their weakest level since 2008.
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‘Light of the World’ Directors John Schafer And Tom Bancroft On The Joys And Challenges Of Making Their 2D Animated Epic
'Light of the World' brings hand-drawn 2D animation back to theaters with a global team, indie spirit, and some '90s Disney known-how.
‘Bluey’ Gets August 2027 Theatrical Release Date
The Emmy-winning kids’ hit 'Bluey' is heading to cinemas in 2027 with a feature film from Ludo Studio, BBC Studios, and Disney.
‘This Is Our Time As Independents, But If You Don’t Take Risks, Will You Ever Know?” Disney Renaissance Vet Dominic Carola On ‘My Neighbor’
Carola explores independence and risk-taking with 'My Neighbor,' a handmade pilot about kindness and community.
Prime Video To Stream Anime Anthology Of ‘Chainsaw Man’ Manga Creator Tatsuki Fujimoto’s Early Works
Prime Video premieres 'Tatsuki Fujimoto 17-26' on Nov 7, an anime anthology adapting eight early stories from the 'Chainsaw Man' creator.
‘I Have To Animate Conan Someday’: Stop-Motion Savant Justin Rasch On His Love Of Toys, Craft And Literature’s Most Famous Barbarian
Animator Justin Rasch turns his lifelong Conan fandom into a stop-motion social campaign, bringing the Barbarian into battle with a Cthulhu-like monstrosity.
‘CGI Is For Losers,’ Says Star Of ‘Frankenstein,’ ‘Alita: Battle Angel,’ ‘Spectre,’ and Other CGI-Fests: To Whom Was Christoph Waltz Referring?
At the 'Frankenstein' world premiere, Christoph Waltz claimed that 'CGI is for losers,' but to whom was he, a regular in effects-heavy blockbusters, referring?
Dana Terrace’s ‘Knights of Guinevere,’ The First 2D Series From Glitch Productions, Drops One Of The Year’s Best Trailers
Glitch Productions debuts its first 2D series, 'Knights of Guinevere,' from 'Owl House' creator Dana Terrace and team, with a pilot coming September 19.
‘Great Films Are Harder To Find Because They’re Being Drowned Out’: Why Don Hertzfeldt Put Together The ‘Animation Mixtape’ Short Film Anthology
Don Hertzfeldt-curated 'Animation Mixtape' premieres at IFC Center tonight, reviving the big-screen experience for short films before touring nationwide.
‘Flow’ Director Gints Zilbalodis Sets Next Film ‘Limbo’ for 2028
Oscar-winning filmmaker Gints Zilbalodis will break new ground with 'Limbo,' using dialogue for the first time in one of his films.
‘I’d Like To See The Cost Of VFX Artists Come Down’: James Cameron Says Effects Costs Threaten Big-Budget Films, Industry Jobs
In a recent interview, Stability AI board member James Cameron warned high budgets threaten theaters, urging cheaper VFX and new tech to cut costs.
Academy Unveils 2025 Student Academy Award Winners
The 52nd Student Academy Awards honored a half-dozen animation and experimental films which are now eligible for the 98th Oscars.
Netflix Publishes Generative AI Use Guidelines: Here’s What Is/Isn’t Allowed
Netflix outlines how AI can and can't be used in production, stressing it won’t replace artists and requires approval for key visuals or talent replication.
An ‘Outrageously Attractive’ Medium: Anime’s Global Surge And What Industry Leaders Say Comes Next
Journalist and writer Roland Kelts, Ghibli vet and Studio Ponoc founder Geoffrey Wexler, and Polygon Pictures' CEO Shuzo John Shiota share insights on anime’s global boom.
Netflix Drops Sing-Along Version Of ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ After Box Office-Leading Weekend
Netflix drops a global sing-along version of its hit film 'KPop Demon Hunters,' one day after topping the North American box office.
‘I Never Want To Just Repeat’: Lisa Hanawalt On Crafting A New Look For ‘Long Story Short’ – Exclusive Artwork
'Tuca & Bertie' Lisa Hanawalt discusses shaping the look of 'BoJack Horseman' and reinventing her style for 'Long Story Short' with Raphael Bob-Waksberg.
Early Oscar Favorite ‘Arco,’ Gets New Trailer And U.S. Release Date, Unveils English-Language Voice Cast Featuring Will Ferrell, America Ferrera, And Producer Natalie Portman
Neon releases the first teaser for 'Arco,' Ugo Bienvenu’s acclaimed animated feature, ahead of TIFF and its U.S. debut on November 14.
‘KPop Demon Hunters Latest Crossover Milestone: An Instant Noodle Licensing Deal
Nongshim unveils ramen and cracker tie-ins as the animated musical edges closer to Netflix’s all-time viewership crown and launches North American theatrical sing-alongs.
Hit Indie Pilot ‘Plinko and Mark’ Combines DIY Spirit With Saturday Morning Nostalgia
The indie pilot 'Plinko and Mark' blends contemporary humor with nostalgic '90s cartoon vibes, earning nearly 300k views since its July 31 debut.
Go Behind The Scenes Of ‘Love, Death + Robots’ S4 In An Exclusive Video And Conversation With ‘Spider Rose’ Director Jennifer Yuh Nelson
'Spider Rose' director Jennifer Yuh Nelson on returning to favorite stories, designing an 'ugly cute' creature, and why U.S. sci-fi sticks to short form.
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