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Video Essay

Aaron Blaise Aaron Blaise

Disney Vet Aaron Blaise Answers The Question: “Is AI Animation Going To Put Me Out Of A Job?”

The ‘Brother Bear’ director reacts to a recent viral video that claims to be animated using AI.

By Jamie Lang | 2 weeks ago

Astro Boy Astro Boy

The Humble Beginning Of Japan’s Powerhouse Animation Industry (Video Essay)

Youtuber Wookong has put together a detailed account of the evolution of animation production in Japan in the mid-20th century.

By Jamie Lang | 2 months ago

The Voice in the Hollow

‘The Voice In The Hollow’ Is A Stunning Stylized CG Short, And The Filmmakers Documented The Entire Production

Miguel Ortega and Tran Ma (a.k.a. Half M.T. Studios) documented more than 100 hours of production on their thrilling short.

By Jamie Lang | 2 months 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 | 4 months ago

Life of Pi

‘The Visual Effects Crisis’: New Video Essay Examines Tenuous State Of Modern VFX Industry

The video revisits several now-legendary vfx horror stories and suggests ways that a collapse of the industry may be avoided.

By Jamie Lang | 6 months ago

The New Adventures of Superman

Filmation Got To Produce Its First Major TV Series With This One Weird Trick

Filmation’s 1966 ‘Superman’ series laid the foundation for animated superhero shows, but getting the job took some creative deception.

By Jamie Lang | 8 months ago

Storyboard Toniko Pantoja

Storyboarding For Film Or TV, Which Provides A Better Work-Life Balance?

Toniko Pantoja breaks down the major differences in storyboarding for film and TV in his latest Youtube video.

By Jamie Lang | 8 months ago

Don Bluth, Disney Animation War

How Don Bluth Went To War With Disney – And Lost

Our latest Video Essay features a detailed look at the epic rivalry between Don Bluth and Disney Animation.

By Jamie Lang | 9 months ago

Bugs Kiss

A History Of Queer Representation In American Animation (Video Essay)

A new video dives into the history of LGBTQIA+ representation in animation over the past century.

By Jamie Lang | 9 months ago

Tiny Toon Adventures

The Tiny Toons Stalker: A Video Essay On The Dark Side Of Internet Fandom

Did a Tiny Toons Stalker get the show taken off the air? Did the person even exist? Youtube sleuth Bernievidz investigates the urban legend.

By Jamie Lang | 10 months ago

Secondary Action vs Overlapping

Avoid These 6 Common Mix-Ups To Improve Your Animation

Industry animator Toniko Pantoja explains common mistakes and misconceptions among animators, amateur and professional alike

By Jamie Lang | 11 months ago

Anoosha Syed

Following One’s Dreams In Animation Can Be ‘Toxic,’ Says Former Industry Artist

In a video, Anoosha Syed explains why she quit the industry after struggling with anxiety, jealousy, and depression.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 1 year ago

South Park

A Homemade Documentary Reveals How ‘South Park’ Became A Megahit

This video has real tegridy.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 1 year ago

Ducktales

The Surprising Role ‘Ducktales’ Played In Launching Fox Kids

The rise and fall of Fox’s legendary children’s block — and the reason why Disney’s show was so important to it.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 1 year ago

Th Overcoat

‘The Overcoat’ Has Been In Production For 40 Years – And It’s Not Even Close To Being Finished

Yuri Norstein and Francheska Yarbusova have been working on the feature since 1981. A new video essay retells their tale of creative ambition and frustration.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 1 year ago

Seoul Station

A History Of South Korea’s ‘Hidden’ Animation Industry

The history of Korean animation isn’t just about service work, as Youtuber Wookong shows.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 1 year ago

Rick and Morty

Video Essay: Why The Animation On ‘Rick And Morty’ Needs To Change

A Youtuber argues that to make ‘Rick and Morty’ more visually exciting, it “has to start with improving the schedule and paying the artists better.”

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 2 years ago

Theodore Kim

Former Pixar Research Scientist Describes The Racist Assumptions That Continue To Shape Digital Characters

The skin and hair of virtual humans are still largely shaped by white features, argues Theodore Kim in a SIGGRAPH lecture.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 2 years ago

Howl's Moving Castle model

Crafter Builds Incredibly Detailed ‘Howl’s Moving Castle’ Model That Would Make Miyazaki Proud

Studson tracked the whole process in an in-depth how-to video. Watch it here.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 2 years ago

Fake Drawn Me

Recreate A-ha’s Iconic ‘Take On Me’ Video With This After Effects Template

Daniel Hashimoto developed the ultimate A-ha template, then used it to create the ultimate parody video.

By Alex Dudok de Wit | 2 years ago

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