‘Vivo’ Review: Sony’s Likeable Musical Adventure Is A Visual Symphony
When the songs kick in, the design is dialed up to 11. It’s a shame and an irony, then, that the songs themselves aren’t very memorable.
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Animated Films And Series Coming To Netflix, Disney+, HBO Max, Hulu, And Criterion Channel In August 2021
Hello animation in August.
Warnermedia Unveils Four Series For Upcoming Preschool Block Cartoonito
Cartoonito will launch on HBO Max and Cartoon Network in the fall.
Mindy Kaling: An Asian American Velma ‘Shouldn’t Be A Surprise To People’
The character’s ethnicity has been reimagined for an upcoming “Scooby-Doo” spin-off. Not all fans are happy.
‘Tig Notaro: Drawn’: How A Groundbreaking Animated Comedy Special Was Crafted
Director Greg Franklin tells us how the project started, what was tricky about animating Notaro’s jokes, and why he went experimental on a segment about Eddie Van Halen.
Netflix Is Expanding Into The Highly Competitive Mobile Game Market
The games will be provided at no additional cost to subscribers.
‘The Mitchells Vs. The Machines’ Is Netflix’s Biggest Animated Film To Date
The Sony Pictures Animation-produced film has been viewed by 53 million households in its first 28 days of release.
2021 Daytime Emmys: ‘Paddington,’ ‘Hilda,’ ‘Animaniacs’ Win Big
Netflix and Disney dominated. Again.
2021 Primetime Emmy Nominations: ‘Primal,’ ‘Big Mouth’ Up Against Past Winners For Best Animated Program
Netflix and Disney+ dominate the animation and vfx categories with six nominations apiece.
Seven Films In Nielsen’s Latest Movie Streaming Top Ten Are Animated
Pixar’s “Luca” was the clear winner in the week of June 14–20, clocking up 1.57 billion minutes of viewing time.
‘Space Jam: A New Legacy’ Review Roundup: Warner Bros. Tooniverse Fails To Charm
The sequel’s frantic mashup of studio IP is far from a slam dunk, say critics.
Netflix Expands Licensing Deal With Universal For Illumination And Dreamworks Titles
Upcoming titles like “Minions: The Rise of Gru” and “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” will be available in the U.S. on Netflix.
Animators Paid A Mere $34/Cut On Mappa Anime Show For Netflix, Says Animator
“As I see it, the problem is that Netflix, a company with vast resources, has started commissioning at low rates,” says Ichii.
Powerhouse Strikes First-Look Deal With Netflix, Working On ‘Castlevania’ Spin-off
The Texan studio’s credits include “Castlevania,” “Blood of Zeus,” and “Seis Manos.”
Amazon Prime Will Release Latest ‘Evangelion’ Film Globally
The film will come out on August 13 in over 240 countries and territories.
‘America: The Motion Picture’ Review Roundup: Brash Historical Satire Lacks Laughs
The R-rated Netflix comedy is directed by “Archer” veteran Matt Thompson.
Animated Films And Series Coming To Netflix, Disney+, HBO Max, Hulu, And Criterion Channel, In July 2021
July promises to be a huge month for animation streaming.
2021 Daytime Emmy Nominations: Disney And Netflix Stay Dominant As New Streamers Enter Field
In all, streamers took 51 nominations against 43 for other platforms. Winners will be announced on July 17.
Crunchyroll Summer Slate Includes ‘Fena: Pirate Princess,’ ‘Tokyo Revengers’
Explore the full list of new and continuing simulcast series announced so far by the anime streamer.
How Cas Van De Pol Gained Millions Of Youtube Followers With His Animated Recaps
Independent animator Cas van de Pol tells us how he organically grew his following into a hit Youtube channel.
