First Look: The CG ‘Addams Family’
The cg character designs appear to be fairly faithful to the original print cartoons of Charles Addams.
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Vancouver Animators Win Overtime Pay In ‘Sausage Party’ Pay Dispute
The government of Canada has ruled in favor of animators who worked on the film.
Cinesite Acquires Major German VFX Studio Trixter
This deal marks the third major vfx/animation studio that Cinesite has acquired in the last few years.
Check Out These Before-And-After Shots From ‘Ant-Man and The Wasp’
As usual, animation and vfx played a big role in the making of “Ant-Man and The Wasp.”
Cinesite Boards David Silverman’s Chinese Feature ‘Extinct’
Cinesite’s studio in Montreal will produce animation for “Extinct,” a Chinese animated feature directed by “Simpsons Movie” director David Silverman.
‘The Star’ Is Sony’s Weakest Animation Launch Ever; ‘Loving Vincent’ Is An Indie Hit
Sony Pictures Animation hits a new box office low with “The Star.”
‘Sausage Party’ Co-Director Conrad Vernon To Direct ‘The Addams Family’ CG Feature
Do we need an Addams Family reboot? MGM seems to think so.
Sony Repents For ‘The Emoji Movie,’ Releases Trailer For Religious Film ‘The Star’
Sony Pictures Animation is pivoting from Poop to Jesus Christ.
‘Gnome Alone’: First Teaser Trailer, October Release Confirmed
Gnome guts, gnome glory.
‘Sausage Party’ Maker Nitrogen Studios Acquired by Cinesite
“Sausage Party” and “Trollhunters” maker Nitrogen has been acquired by Cinesite.
Cinesite To Make Animated Features Starring Comedy Icon Harold Lloyd
A silent comedy legend will be reintroduced to new generations through animation.
Sony Will Release 3 Animated Features in 2017 Plus A New Short by Genndy Tartakovsky
From talking dumps to religion, Sony’s 2017 slate is nothing if not eclectic.
How VFX Played A Major Role in This ‘Assassin’s Creed’ Carriage Chase
Cinesite used vfx to craft a dramatic carriage chase that has a practical feel in the new ‘Assassin’s Creed.’
Sergio Pablos Previews Exciting New ‘Klaus’ Animation Tests
A peek into the latest tests from a hotly anticipated hand-drawn animated feature.
The Oral History of ‘Space Jam’: Part 2 – The Perils of New Tech
In Part 2 of our 20th anniversary oral history of Space Jam, the crew discuss tackling new techniques for 2D animation, and gearing up for the vfx.
The Oral History of ‘Space Jam’: Part 1 – Launching the Movie
Space Jam is 20 years old! Our 3-part oral history begins with the troubled start to production, character designs, and how the basketball scenes were shot.
Executive Report: Bob Bacon Heads Up Alpha Animation, Dave Rosenbaum To Cinesite, And New DreamWorks Management Structure
Management news from around the industry.
‘Nut Job’ Director Peter Lepeniotis Signs On For 3QU’s ‘Gnome Alone’
“Shrek” producer John Williams is producing the film through his new company 3QU Media.
9 Can’t-Miss Events At Annecy 2016
The annual mega-animation festival is happening in a few weeks, and we’re here to help guide you through it.
Cinesite’s New Montreal Mega-Animation Studio Will Employ 500 and Produce 9 Features, Including ‘Klaus’
The studio’s first project will be “Klaus” directed by Sergio Pablos.
Cinesite and Image Engine Merge In Continuing VFX Consolidation
The two companies combine staffs into a worldwide workforce numbering over 525 artists.
