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Kilkenny Animated Kilkenny Animated

John Musker, Joanna Quinn, Glen Keane, And Imogen Sutton Are Headlining Kilkenny Animated

The Irish animation event is set to take place October 4-6.

By Amid Amidi | 9 months ago

Cartoon Saloon Cartoon Saloon

Watch Cartoon Saloon’s Founders Celebrate 25 Years In Anecdote-Filled Q&A

Paul Young, Nora Twomey, and Tomm Moore sat down with the BFI to discuss the storied history of their five-time Oscar-nominated studio.

By Jamie Lang | 1 year ago

My Father's Dragon

Cartoon Saloon’s ‘My Father’s Dragon’ Cleans Up At Irish Animation Awards

Other big winners at Saturday night’s ceremony included the kids’ tv series ‘Tales from Dún Draíochta’ and ‘Odo.’

By Jamie Lang | 2 years ago

Star Wars Visions

Go Way Behind The Scenes Of ‘Star Wars: Visions’ Volume 2 With Some Never-Before-Seen Artwork

Filmmakers from five of the shorts explain how their stories are particularly local, despite being set in a galaxy far, far away.

By Jamie Lang | 2 years ago

Star Wars Visions

Aardman, Cartoon Saloon, La Cachette Among Studios Working On ‘Star Wars: Visions’ Volume Two

Nine companies from nine countries will produce stand-alone episodes for the anthology series’ second season.

By Jamie Lang | 2 years ago

Julián

Cartoon Saloon’s Louise Bagnall Shares First Details On Her Debut Feature ‘Julián’

Adapted from the book “Julián Is a Mermaid,” the film will feature hand-drawn animation and a bit of magic.

By Cole Delaney | 2 years ago

Late Afternoon, Puffin Rock

Cartoon Saloon Producer/Director Nuria González Blanco Gives Career Advice During World Animation Day Masterclass

Blanco has produced shorts such as the Oscar-nominated ‘Late Afternoon,’ and series including Netflix’s ‘Puffin Rock’ at Cartoon Saloon.

By Jamie Lang | 3 years ago

My Father's Dragon

‘My Father’s Dragon’ Reviews Roundup: A Well-Made Film For Kids That Falls Just Short Of Cartoon Saloon’s Lofty Standards

Critics are praising the work done by director Nora Twomey and her animation team on Netflix’s latest animated feature.

By Jamie Lang | 3 years ago

My Father's Dragon

Nora Twomey’s ‘My Father’s Dragon’ Gets First Trailer, Release Date

Set to premiere at BFI LFF later this month, the highly anticipated film will get a limited theatrical run before hitting Netflix in November.

By Jamie Lang | 3 years ago

Animate The City: Animation, Cartoons, And Comics Return For Kilkenny Animated

“The town is getting back to its fun-filled self… hopefully we will see some old and new faces back in town!” says director Paul Young.

By Cartoon Brew Connect | 3 years ago

Kilkenny Animated 2022

Cartoon Saloon And Lighthouse Studios Will Host Kilkenny Animated Later This Month

The festival celebrates the creativity and craft of the visual image.

By Jamie Lang | 3 years ago

My Father's Dragon

‘My Father’s Dragon’: Netflix Shares First-Look Image And Reveals Cast Of Cartoon Saloon’s Next Feature

Nora Twomey, the director of “The Breadwinnner,” helms the feature adaptation of this Newbery Medal-winning kids’ book.

By Jamie Lang | 3 years ago

Wolfwalkers

Cartoon Saloon’s Profits Rise Sharply During Production Of ‘My Father’s Dragon’

Net profits increased 161% year-on-year at Ireland’s most famous animation studio.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 4 years ago

Jamie Kezlarian Bolio

Jamie Kezlarian Bolio, Animator-Turned-Consultant Who Championed Indie Animation, Has Died

Bolio helped orchestrate award campaigns for animated films, including Oscar nominees like “Song of the Sea” and “Mirai.”

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 4 years ago

Belle

New Trailer For Mamoru Hosoda’s ‘Belle’ Echoes ‘Beauty And The Beast’

The film’s first international trailer has dropped ahead of its Japanese release next month.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 4 years ago

Irish Animation Awards

‘Wolfwalkers,’ ‘Boy Girl Dog Cat Mouse Cheese’ Win Big At Irish Animation Awards

Cartoon Saloon’s series “Dorg Van Dango” and the striking student film “Shergar” were among the other winners.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 4 years ago

Genius Loci

Adrien Mérigeau on ‘Genius Loci’ (Oscar Shorts Interview Series)

Welcome to our series of interviews with the directors of this year’s Oscar-nominated animated shorts.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 4 years ago

Belle, Jin Kim

Mamoru Hosoda Teams Up With Cartoon Saloon And Disney Vet Jin Kim For New Film ‘Belle’

The senior creative team is shaping up to be unusually international for a Japanese animated feature.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 4 years ago

Wolfwalkers storyboard panel

‘Wolfwalkers’ Story Artist Iker Maidagan Has Written A Priceless Account Of The Film’s Development

Fiery debates, deleted scenes, Dutch angles, and Sean Bean: all figure in Maidagan’s essay.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 4 years ago

Oscar nominees 2021

Oscar Animation Analysis: Predictable Features, Surprising Shorts, Low-Key VFX

The 93rd Academy Awards will be presented on April 25.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 4 years ago

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