Wild Bunch International And Gebeka Films Launch Animation Sales Label, Announce First Acquisition
The new outfit’s first title, “Sheba,” takes a fresh approach to the African legend of the Queen of Sheba.
Alex Dudok de Wit
An Entire Academic Conference Is Being Devoted To The Wonders Of ‘Shrek’
Topics will include “Shrek” and Disney, online fan cultures, and merchandising and franchising.
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.
Dozens Of Hanna-Barbera Characters Come Together In HBO Max’s ‘Jellystone!’ (Watch Trailer)
Welcome to the Hanna-Barbera Shared Universe.
Criterion Channel Is Putting A Huge Focus On Animation, Releasing 31 Features In July
The films range from the well known, like “Waltz with Bashir,” “MInd Game,” and “Fantastic Planet,” to the more obscure.
Bono Voices Reclusive Rock-Star Lion In First Trailer For ‘Sing 2’
Illumination’s cast of singing animals is back for “Sing 2,” whose first trailer runs the gamut from Drake lyrics to a rousing chorus of U2.
‘Courage The Cowardly Dog’ Creator John Dilworth Not Involved In ‘Scooby-Doo’ Crossover
Other “Courage” concepts that Dilworth was developing are “not a priority” for Cartoon network, he says.
Sébastien Laudenbach To Direct ‘Carmen’ Adaptation At Folivari
Laudenbach previously directed the Annecy-winning feature “The Girl Without Hands,” which he animated alone.
‘Poupelle Of Chimney Town’ And Satoshi Kon Doc Among Titles In Fantasia Fest Lineup
The virtual festival will run August 5–25 and be geo-locked for Canadians.
Eddie Gamarra Named VP, Literary Affairs At Nickelodeon And Awesomeness
In the newly created role, Gamarra will find and evaluate literary material to option for productions at the two brands.
An Exhibition On ‘Evangelion’ Creator Hideaki Anno Is Coming To Tokyo
Exhibits will include illustrations, keyframes, layouts, and storyboards, as well as models used for the practical effects in Anno’s live-action productions.
Cartoon Forum Announces Onsite Edition, Lineup Of 84 Projects
The organizers plan to hold the event in its usual home of Toulouse, France on September 20–23.
GKIDS Picks Up North American Rights To ‘The Deer King’
The anime feature had its world premiere at last week’s Annecy Festival.
First Look: A Private Eye And A Robot Head To Space In Feature ‘Mars Express’
Jérémie Périn’s debut feature is that rare thing in animation: a sci-fi detective story.
Rovio Invests In ‘Moominvalley’ Studio Gutsy Animations, Developing ‘Moomins’ Game
The developer behind “Angry Birds” has secured the rights to make games based on the beloved characters.
‘Hotel Transylvania 4’ Delayed To October, Now Up Against ‘Addams Family 2’
Sony’s spooky fourquel has moved from July 23 to October 1 on the theatrical release calendar.
Annecy Winners: ‘Flee,’ ‘Bob Spit,’ ‘Peel,’ ‘Vanille’ Take Top Prizes
Read the full list of winners at Annecy 2021, a strong year for animated documentaries.
Annecy Pitches: The Most Promising Animation Projects From Nigeria
The films and series pitched from the country range widely in subject matter, from terrorist extremism to zombie goats.
How Animation Studios Are Combating Climate Change
Animated shows have long promoted environmental messages. Now the studios themselves are catching up.
Montreal’s Oasis Reaches Deal With Its Animation Workers Union
Oasis’s union was the first animation union to be accredited in Canada.
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