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“Steamboat Willie” Has Been Updated for the 21st Century
The YouTube channel Really 3Dmakes a convincing argument that everything is more hilarious when it’s remade using computer animation.
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Artist of the Day: Leo Matsuda
Leo Matsuda is a Brazilian artist who works in the story department at Walt Disney Animation Studios.
Simpsons Couch Gag “Music Ville” Pays Homage to 1930s Disney Animation [UPDATED]
While the limited animation of “The Simpsons” is no match for the lush rubbery beauty of 1930s Disney theatrical shorts, the show’s opening couch gag this week is a fair homage to the extraordinary creative spirit of classic Hollywood animation.
FXX Will Make “Simpsons” Reruns Available On Demand
FXX, Fox’s new youth-oriented cable spinoff of FX, has picked up cable rights to The Simpsons. The major significance of the deal is that …
“Turmoil in the Toy Box” Revisited
Author Phil Phillips spent the 1980s warning parents about the occult forces in children’s TV animation. While his notoriety has passed, fear of the messages in cartoons still exists today.
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.
Guillermo del Toro Directs The Ultimate “Simpsons” Opening
Even if you haven’t watched a new episode of The Simpsons in years, make time for Guillermo del Toro’s reimagining of the show’s opening …
REVIEW: “Mr. Burns, A Post-Electric Play” Pushes The Simpsons Beyond the Apocalypse
I’m sure it will come as no surprise if we tell you that the 24th season of The Simpsons will not stand the test of time. In fact, if …
Mickey Short “Croissant de Triomphe” Wins Two Emmys
The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences has announced the juried winners for the 65th Emmy Awards. Among the winners are six artists …
2014 Is Shaping Up To Be The Year of Cartoon Crossovers
Considering that three crossover events have already been announced for next year, 2014 may just become the year of the cartoon …
Artist of the Day: Richie Pope
Richie Pope is an artist living in Virginia and working as an illustrator. In his work Richie emphasizes the textures of his …
First Look at The Simpsons’ Springfield Area at Universal Studios
This summer, Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida will open a Simpsons-themed area at its park to complement its existing Simpsons ride. …
Margaret Groening, Inspiration for Marge Simpson, Dies at 94
Margaret Groening, the mother of Simpsons creator Matt Groening, died in her sleep on April 22 at age 94, as reported in an obituary in …
“Simpsons” Producer Offers Tips For Manipulating Creative People
Controlling creative people appears to be a popular topic in the mainstream media nowadays. Following on the heels of Harvard Business …
Watch Bill Plympton’s New Film Noir-Inspired “Simpsons” Couch Gag
Bill Plympton made a new Simpsons couch gag, titled “Film Noir,” that will premiere on this Sunday’s episode of the perennial TV series. …
Mr. Burns Explains the “Fiscal Cliff”
We rarely – make that never – run promo clips from current series, but this one for The Simpsons was produced in record time
D’oh! U. S. Postal Service Printed 682 Million Extra “Simpsons” Stamps
Apparently, people who watch The Simpsons don’t like to mail letters. According to the Washington Post, the U. S. Postal Service had …
3D Simpsons Short Starring Maggie Simpson In Front Of “Ice Age 4”
It was announced on last night’s Season Finale of The Simpsons that Maggie will star in her own stand-alone 3D animated theatrical short. …
“The Simpsons” Creative Director Partners With Velvet Revolver Guitarist For Animated Rock Band PusherJones
The brainchild of Velvet Revolver guitarist Dave Kushner and The Simpsons Creative Director Dave Warren, PusherJones is a virtual rock …
Bill Plympton Animates “The Simpsons” Opening
Quintessential New York indie animator Bill Plympton animated tonight’s opening of The Simpsons. If you saw the piece, share your …
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