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Book Review: “Dreamworks Animation: Intertextuality And Aesthetics In ‘Shrek’ And Beyond”
In a new book, Sam Summers sets out to dissect how the Dreamworks formula, with its pop tunes, celebrity actors, wink-wink gags, differs from Disney's.
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Virtual Animation Dingle Brings Ireland’s Leading Animation Festival To The World
The online festival will take place on March 24–25.
Yasuo Otsuka, Influential Japanese Animator And Mentor, Dies At 89
"It was Otsuka-san who taught me the fun of working," Hayao Miyazaki once wrote.
Jennifer Coyle and Leo Matsuda Board Hello Kitty Feature As Directors
The iconic Japanese character is making its first bigscreen outing.
‘Raya and the Last Dragon’ Reviews: Critics Generally Positive, Despite A Reliance On Formulas
Branded as formulaic, "Raya and the Last Dragon" is still being praised for its world-building, performances, and emotional depths. Here's what some critics had to say.
Brenda Banks, One Of The First Black Women Animators In America, Dies At 72
Even as she built up an impressive career working with the likes of Ralph Bakshi, Hanna-Barbera, and Warner Bros., Banks remained very private about her life.
‘The Great North’ Reviews: Fox’s Alaska-Set Sitcom Warms Critics’ Hearts
The sitcom shares writers — and an animation studio — with "Bob's Burgers."
Tales From The Cutting Room Floor: Jorge Gutierrez On ‘The Book Of Life’
For the first article in our new series, Gutierrez tells us about the original ending to his 2014 feature — and why he had to change it.
Allan Burns, Screenwriter Who Worked On ‘Rocky & Bullwinkle,’ Dies At 85
Burns had a short but productive animation career, creating such memorable characters as George of the Jungle and the Cap'n Crunch cereal mascot.
How Beloved Kids’ Franchises Are Migrating From Traditional TV To Streaming
Kids' content is "the most heated front in the streaming wars.”
‘Hilda’ Studio Mercury Filmworks Unveils ‘BloopyMerps,’ Its First In-House Original
The Ottawa-based service studio announced last fall that it is branching out into originals.
Explore Our Coverage Of The 27 Animated Features Competing For The Oscar
Reviews, interviews, trailer breakdowns, exclusive artwork: we've given a lot of airtime to these films over the past year.
The Animation That Changed Me: Céline Desrumaux on ‘Grave Of The Fireflies’
"The more you expand your own emotional journey through life, the more the movie gives back to you," says Desrumaux.
‘Full House’ Star Dave Coulier Launches Production Company With Animation Vet Bob Harper
The company will "tap into" the fan base of the "Full House" franchise.
Pete Docter Is Stepping Away From Directing, According To A New Interview
Pixar's chief creative officer outlines his vision for a more diverse studio.
Industry Artist Tuck Tucker, A Veteran Of ‘Spongebob’ And ‘Hey Arnold!,’ Dies At 59
Tucker worked in roles including layout, storyboard, writing, and directing, picking up credits on influential series like "The Simpsons," "Rugrats," and "The Ren & Stimpy Show."
Malaysia Focus: A Look 3 Animation IPs That Reveal The Country’s Burgeoning Creative Talent
Three animation studios tell us what it takes to create an original show in the country.
In Memoriam: Remembering The Animation Industry Figures Who Died In 2020
A tribute to the talents the community lost this year: animators and cartoonists, directors and producers, voice artists, dancers, and basketball players.
‘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.
The Animation That Changed Me: Ross Bollinger on ‘Duck Amuck’
Says Bollinger: "Witnessing Daffy Duck coming apart at the seams as his world was deconstructed in front of him … it was sheer genius!"
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