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Nine Illuminating Notes From ‘Despicable Me’ Producer Chris Meledandri
Illumination Entertainment's founder admits he has no idea what's in store for the future of animation, but it will probably arrive online in short-form.
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‘Harvey Beaks’ Creator C.H. Greenblatt on How to Break Into The Biz and Why Artists Should Post on Tumblr
C.H. Greenblatt, creator of the animated series "Chowder," is back with a new series, "Harvey Beaks," that premieres this Sunday on Nickelodeon.
Oscar Ballot Guide: ‘The Boxtrolls’ Acting and Performance Analysis
Analyzing the performance and acting in the Academy Award-nominated film "The Boxtrolls."
Oscar Ballot Guide: ‘The Tale of The Princess Kaguya’ Acting and Performance Analysis
Acting instructor Ed Hooks explores the acting and performance in each of this year's Oscar-nominated animation features.
Tomm Moore on ‘Song of the Sea,’ Reinventing 2D, and Dodging the Studio System
"I do think that animation can have a language of its own, rather than simply mimicking live action."
Exclusive: ‘Clarence’ Creator Skyler Page Out of Cartoon Network After Sexual Assault Allegations [UPDATED]
The Internet animation community is talking about one thing today: a series of tweets last night by "Adventure Time" storyboard revision artist Emily Partridge in which she identified artist Skyler Page, the creator of the Cartoon Network series "Clarence," as sexually assaulting her.
‘Ping Pong’ Recap: ‘Staking Your Life On Table Tennis is Revolting’ (Ep. 3)
Tensions run high during the high school championships, and all eyes are on the showdown between Kong and Smile. The third episode jumps abruptly from Smile's training in episode 2 right to the championships, and to a Smile who has begun to gain the confidence to show his true potential.
Book Review: ‘Stray Dog of Anime: The Films of Mamoru Oshii’
I can remember looking at anime titles in British video catalogues back in the nineties; as the pastoral fantasies of Hayao Miyazaki would not reach prominence in this country until the new millennium, UK distributors placed a strong emphasis on futuristic thrillers. The films of Mamoru Oshii certainly fit that bill.
‘Steven Universe’ Recap: ‘Steven the Sword Fighter’
It’s been a few weeks but the last few times in Beach City we witnessed a lot of growth in the series. Steven had an anger revelation after he hung with the cool kids and really showcased the father-son relationship thanks to little Onion. Now we’re back and "Steven Universe" went and explored the maternal dynamic within their group after Pearl took a blade through the chest.
This Sunday in London: Centennial Tribute to Pioneering Animator Joy Batchelor
On Sunday April 13, as part of the Bird’s Eye Film Festival, the Barbican art centre in London is set to hold an event to mark the centenary of animator Joy Batchelor. Speaking at the event will be Joy’s daughter Vivien Halas; author and former Channel 4 commissioning editor for animation Clare Kitson; BFI animation curator Jez Stewart, and film critic Brian Sibley, whose work includes books on Disney and Aardman.
Book Review: A Fresh Take on Anime History by Jonathan Clements
Jonathan Clements’ "Anime: A History" differs greatly from more populist overviews of anime available in the English-language market. This book is not about the anime texts themselves, but the surrounding industry: Clements delivers a tightly-packed account of anime production, distribution and viewership from the silent era to the present day.
Directors Chris Renaud and Pierre Coffin on Creative Choices and Challenges in “Despicable Me” Films
Chris Renaud (above, left) and Pierre Coffin are the directorial duo responsible for one of the biggest animated phenomenons of recent …
Cartoon Brew Gift Guide 2013
Finding the perfect gift for the animation lover in your life isn't always the easiest thing. Here's a few of our suggestions ranging from a few bucks to over a grand. Share your suggestions in the comments.
Director Jimmy Hayward Talks “Free Birds”
Earlier this month, Dallas-headquartered Reel FX released their first animated feature Free Birds. Over its first three weekends in …
When Amsterdam Went UPA: Dutch Modern Cartoons in the 1950s
Strictly speaking, the term 'Dutch modern cartoons' is a little misleading. They were made in Holland, yes. But the major stars in our story are four artists who came from England and Denmark.
Jordan Reichek Talks about His New Shorts Series “Animal Control!”
Jordan Reichek talks about his new Cartoon Network Asia shorts series "Animal Control!", his career so far, and where he wants to go with his work.
Mr. Clean In His Most Disturbing Appearance Yet
Speaking of cartoon mascots, this head-scratching take on Mr. Clean was concocted by Leo Burnett’s Toronto office and directed by Pete …
16th Annual NY International Children’s Film Festival
Running March 1st through the 24th at seven New York locations, includes numerous US Premieres of animated features.
“Isle of Spagg” by The Brothers McLeod
Speaking of creator-driven TV shows… Here’s a half hour pilot by those wonderful, whimsical, BAFTA & Webby Award winning …
Production Set for “Bella Sara” Feature
LOS ANGELES, CA — The Bella Sara Company, along with several production and distribution partners, announced the first animated movie …
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