‘Nimona’ Directors, Creator Explain Why Blue Sky’s Shutdown Couldn’t Kill Their Film (Video Interview)
Directors Nick Bruno and Troy Quane and creator ND Stevenson spoke to INBTWN Animation about their film, streaming on June 30.
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Peter Sohn Explains How ‘Elemental’ Evolved From A Superhero Vs. Villains Story To Something More Personal (Video Interview)
“Some early versions of that were almost superhero movies essentially with fire powers and water powers to stop a villain,” said Sohn, “but you didn’t feel anything. So we were just searching for that connection with the elements.”
Mexico Is Creating A Digital Database To Protect Its Animation Heritage
Several titles spanning back to the 1930s have been digitized and were screened at this year’s Annecy Festival.
Guillermo Del Toro Will Only Make ‘A Couple More’ Live Action Films Before Shifting Entirely To Animation
In an Annecy masterclass, del Toro said recent box office hits like ‘Spider-Man’ and ‘Mario’ could convince studios to give more leeway to animation filmmakers.
‘Aladdin,’ ‘Moana’ Director John Musker Goes Indie With Annecy-Debuting Short ‘I’m Hip’
He’s directed some of Disney’s most beloved films of the modern era, but making I’m Hip required John Musker to do something he hadn’t done regularly in the last 40 years: animate.
Chris Nee, Who Is No Longer At Netflix, Says Streamers Don’t Understand Kids Content
In a recent interview, the prolific kids’ tv creator also revealed she’s no longer at Netflix after her overall deal ended in January.
Uganda’s Creatures Animation Debuts Its First Series, ‘Kunda & Friends’
There isn’t a proven roadmap to building an animation studio in Uganda, but that isn’t stopping Raymond Malinga whose studio’s mantra is “the audacity to dream.”
These Minnesota-Based Designers Made Hellavision Television A Home For Experimental Animation
We spoke to Hellavision organizers Peter Steineck and Michael Van Swearingen, as well as Dave Merson Hess, who programmed its most recent episode.
Nora Twomey And Joanna Quinn Discuss Feature Filmmaking, Inspiration, And Work-Life Balance
The conversation also includes some valuable advice for any young artist looking to get into directing.
‘The Worlds Divide’ Director Denver Jackson On The Joys And Drawbacks Of Solo Feature Filmmaking
Jackson explains how he develops his pipeline, what tools he prefers to use, and the importance of self-care when working long hours.
Legendary Animator Andreas Deja Discusses His Decade-Long Passion Project ‘Mushka’
Deja talks about the work that went into making his dream a reality, and why he thinks other artists should do the same.
Check Out Ori Goldberg’s Phlegm-Filled Short ‘Don’t Die On Me,’ Released In Recognition Of World Asthma Day
Israeli filmmaker Ori Golberg talks us through animating his debut short with the help of some incredible behind-the-scenes artwork.
Watch: ‘The Secrets of Sunflower Valley’ Pilot Is “For The Child Who Has Outgrown ‘Postman Pat’ And Now Wants To See Him Get Maimed”
Australia studio Pixel Zoo takes us behind the scenes of their new “kids” series ‘The Secrets of Sunflower Valley.’
Crafting A Viral Sensation: ‘Lackadaisy’ Director Fable Siegel Shares Behind-The-Scenes Stories And Artwork
Director Fable Siegel tells us about the challenges of adapting a hit comic series and animating anthropomorphic cats.
Illumination Boss Chris Meledandri Says The Artistry In His Studio’s Films Is Often Overlooked
Illumination’s box office record is one thing, but Meledandri believes that “what is extraordinary is the artistry that is in these movies.”
This Air Jordan Spec Ad Is Better Than Almost Any Real Nike Commercial
Director Michael Emry teamed with U.K. visual artist Troy Browne to put together the vibrant spot.
Watch: The Making Of The Norwegian Hand-Drawn Feature ‘Titina’ With Director Kajsa Næss – Exclusive
We’ve been tracking Kajsa Næss’ hand-drawn feature ‘Titina’ for several years now, and we’re thrilled to now share an exclusive making-of video about the film.
Watch The First Trailer For Dreamworks’ Kaiju-Inspired Coming-Of-Age Feature ‘Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken,’ Coming June 30
Director Kirk DeMicco and producer Kelly Cooney Cilella gave us the scoop on the studio’s next theatrical feature.
The Art Of The Acquisition: Moonbug Managing Director Andy Yeatman On What His Company Looks For In An IP
Yeatman also offered some sound advice for creators looking to grow their properties through new partnerships.
Why The Filmmakers Of Environmental Sci-Fi Feature ‘White Plastic Sky’ Used A Hybrid Style
‘White Plastic Sky’ world premiered at this year’s Berlinale, where we caught up with filmmakers Tibor Bánóczki and Sarolta Szabó.
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