Oscar Shortlist Interviews: Directors Laura Gonçalves & Alexandra Ramires Share Their Favorite Shot From ‘Percebes’ (Exclusive)
In this exclusive series, the filmmakers behind each of this year’s Oscar-shortlisted shorts reveal their favorite shots.
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‘Living Large’ Director Got Hooked On Stop Motion During The Production Of Her First Feature
“I’ve learned [the puppets’] limitations and enjoy finding ways to push those boundaries and work with them creatively,” says Kristina Dufková. “What initially felt limiting compared to drawn animation became incredibly fun for me.”
3 SVA Students Share Their Amazing Creative Journeys Outside Of The Classroom
Breaks between academic semesters are valuable opportunities for growth and personal productivity for students at the School of Visual Arts.
Oscar Shortlist Interviews: Director Tod Polson Shares His Favorite Shot From ‘The 21’ (Exclusive)
In this exclusive series, the filmmakers behind each of this year’s Oscar-shortlisted shorts reveal their favorite shots.
Series Craft: Director Barth Maunoury Breaks Down An Emotional ‘Arcane’ Sequence
Manoury walks us through a sequence from the episode “The Message Hidden Within the Pattern.”
Oscar Shortlist Interviews: Directors Alexandra Myotte & Jean-Sébastien Hamel Share Their Favorite Shot From ‘A Crab In The Pool’ (Exclusive)
In this exclusive series, the filmmakers behind each of this year’s Oscar-shortlisted shorts reveal their favorite shots.
Sander Joon’s Short ‘Sierra,’ Winner Of Over 40 Awards, Debuts Online
The film is a poignant exploration of the relationship between parents and children, particularly the often misguided attempts of parents to impose their passions and interests on their kids.
Kris Pearn To Direct ‘Ghostbusters’ Animated Feature For Sony And Netflix
Sony believes this film could do for Ghostbusters what ‘Spider-Verse’ did for Spider-man.
Bizarre Christmas Cartoons: Evil Snowmen, Santa Embryos, And Psychedelic Holiday Tales
Tired of the same-old holiday animation classics? Here are some off-the-wall Christmas cartoons you might have missed.
‘Across My Jaw’ Music Video Is An Audiovisual Feast For The Senses
Through a mix of drawn animation and physical objects, the visuals echo the surreal style of Ralph Bakshi and the dreamlike aesthetic of ‘Fantastic Planet.’
Despite A Large Number Of Detractors, Animation Guild Members Ratify New Contract
After months of negotiations, members have ratified a new agreement that will be in effect until 2027.
Animator Spotlight: Rod Scribner
In today’s world of focus-tested blandness and homogenized AI sludge, watching Scribner’s boldly personal weirdness from 80 years ago is a breath of fresh air.
‘The Wild Robot’ And ‘Arcane’ Lead 52nd Annie Award Nominations
‘Inside Out 2’ and ‘Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl’ picked up seven nominations apiece.
British Rapper Shao Dow Releases ‘Blue Lock’-Inspired Music Video ‘Striker’
“‘Blue Lock’ is all about the mentality of becoming the very best, and that’s the mindset I’ve always had in music,” said Shao Dow of the video’s message.
Riva Studios Purchases Insolvent French Animation Studio TeamTO
TeamTO will continue to operate from its studios in Valence and Paris.
Yōji Kuri, Pioneering Japanese Indie Animator, Dies At 96
In 1963, Kuri was the first Japanese filmmaker to be honored with an award at the Annecy animation festival.
Jeff Scher Gives Animated Treatment To Unreleased Tom Petty Track
Scher brings a vivid and emotionally resonant interpretation to Petty’s themes of longing, lost love, and the struggle to move forward.
Disney To Release CG ‘Bluey’ Theatrical Feature In 2027
‘Bluey’ creator Joe Brumm, who will write and direct the feature, is also stepping away from the tv series.
‘Spider-Man: Beyond The Spider-Verse’ Names Two Directors: Bob Persichetti And Justin K. Thompson
Each director has helmed one of the previous installments in the series.
Oscars Shortlists Announced: Animation Projects Compete In Record 7 Shortlist Categories
The animated short film shortlist is led by films from France and Japan.
Despite A Flop From Warner Bros., Animation Continued To Show Strength At U.S. Box Office
An anime version of ‘The Lord of the Rings’ didn’t get audiences excited, while ‘Moana 2’ continued to dominate.
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