Writer Loses Copyright Suit Against Disney Over ‘Muppet Babies’ Reboot
Disney lawyers found a loophole in Jeffrey Scott’s case: the writer’s personal 2003 bankruptcy.
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Blue Sky Took $49M In Excess Tax Credits, Say Auditors
The Disney-owned studio claimed the wrong kind of credit for three years, according to state auditors, receiving a total of nearly $100 million in tax credits.
True Crime Meets Animation In This Strange Case Of Pirated Russian Animation In Hollywood
A highly improbable crime caper concerning classic Soviet animation.
‘The Last Unicorn’ Author Peter S. Beagle Reclaims Rights To Work After Long Legal Battle
The 81-year-old author will now work to develop his library into a “Beagleverse” of new projects.
Canada Sets Out Legislation To Make Streaming Services Pay For Local Content
The federal government estimates that, if the law passes, online companies could end up investing USD$627 million in local content by 2023.
Netflix And Unions Clash Over New Production Quota In France
Netflix is fighting against an upcoming law in France that would force it to commission more locally-made French content. France’s animation union Animfrance is among those that believes Netflix is shirking its responsibility to support the country’s content.
Disney Sued By Evel Knievel’s Son Over Duke Caboom Character In ‘Toy Story 4’
The lawsuit alleges that Disney has used Evel Knievel’s likeness, reputation, and image without the consent of his estate.
Disney Sued By Artist Over Unicorn Van in Pixar’s ‘Onward’ – UPDATED
A San Francisco artist claims that Pixar artists stole her unicorn van idea.
Report: ‘Road To El Dorado’ And ‘Shark Tale’ Director Bibo Bergeron Indicted In France – UPDATED
Bergeron allegedly raped an employee, who later committed suicide.
Former ‘Simpsons’ Composer Alf Clausen Is Suing Fox Over His Dismissal
After 27 years on “The Simpsons,” Clausen claims that he was fired due to his “perceived disability and age.”
The Public Domain Is Working Again — No Thanks To Disney
The Walt Disney Company has exploited the public domain while preventing the same opportunities to other artists.
Report: John Lasseter Will Be Personally Liable For Any Harassment At Skydance
Skydance executives are apparently unsure of John Lasseter’s ability to keep his hands, mouth, and other body parts to himself.
Miami Dade College’s Animation Program Raises Ethical Questions About Ownership Of Student Ideas
An animation program in Florida is retaining permanent rights to students’ ideas, setting up the school to earn potentially huge paydays.
Former Telltale Games Employee Files Class-Action Lawsuit After Mass Layoffs
The lawsuit alleges that Telltale Games’ sudden dismissal of hundreds of employees violated federal and state laws.
Animation Workers Set To Receive $170 Million Payout From Wage-Theft Lawsuit
After more than a year of waiting, animation workers will soon receive the first payment from the $170 million settlement they won from various animation studios.
Disney And Pixar Sued Two More Times Over ‘Inside Out’ Copyright Infringement
Disney has now been sued three different times by people claiming that “Inside Out” is based on their idea. The latest people to sue are a children’s book author and a live-action filmmaker.
‘The Simpsons’ Are Victorious In $250 Million Lawsuit By ‘Goodfellas’ Actor Frank Sivero
The actor had made a meritless claim that “The Simpsons” infringed his right of publicity by basing the character of Louie on him.
‘Inside Out’ Infringement Case Dismissed In U.S. Court
A U.S. judge did not accept a woman’s claim that “Inside Out” was based on her project, “The Moodsters.” Our legal expert explains the ruling.
Here’s What Animator Jonathan Ng Did When His Film Was Lifted By EDM Artist Will Sparks
Award-winning animation filmmaker Jonathan Ng is fighting back after seeing his short film re-used as the music video for a popular Australian musician.
Understanding The Business Of The Entertainment Industry Empowers Creators And Filmmakers
This book helps creators and filmmakers to know which questions to ask, and to recognize when the answers they get sound a little less than trustworthy. In the entertainment business, that can come in handy.
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