John Musker, Joanna Quinn, Glen Keane, And Imogen Sutton Are Headlining Kilkenny Animated
The Irish animation event is set to take place October 4-6.
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CB Livestream: Pixar Layoffs, AI In Animation Studios, and ‘Course Correction’ Needed At Disney?
We take a closer look at major stories happening in animation this month.
Learning From The Best: Chapman University Animation Students Get Mentored By Giants In The Field
At Chapman University, animation students are mentored by top-shelf artists such as Lauren Faust, Brenda Chapman, and John Musker.
John Musker: Disney Animation Needs A ‘Course Correction’
He also says that his last feature at the studio, ‘Moana,’ was “a very difficult project.”
Oscar Shortlist Interviews: Director John Musker Shares His Favorite Shot From ‘I’m Hip’ (Exclusive)
In this exclusive series, the filmmakers behind each of this year’s Oscar-shortlisted shorts reveal their favorite shots.
‘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.
‘Aladdin,’ ‘Moana’ Directors Ron Clements And John Musker Are Working On A DC Superhero Film
Ron & John are back – but not at Disney.
Secrets Of A Creative Marriage: 10 Animation And Filmmaking Tips From Disney Directors Ron Clements And John Musker
Learn to take criticism. Don’t assume you’ll learn much at school. And always think of the nose…
ANALYSIS: Netflix Overtakes Disney In 2019 Annie Award Nominations
See the complete list of 2019 Annie Award nominations.
‘Aladdin’ Writer Unhappy That He Was Excluded From And Not Paid For Disney’s Live-Action Remake
If you buy a ticket to see the “Aladdin” remake, remember that the animation artists and writers who created the Disney characters and stories aren’t receiving any compensation for their efforts.
Dave Michener, Veteran Disney Animator And Co-Director of ‘The Great Mouse Detective,’ Dies At 85
Michener, a 31-year Disney veteran who was personally hired by Walt Disney, has passed away at age 85.
John Musker, Co-Director Of ‘Aladdin’ And ‘Moana,’ Retires From Disney After 40 Years
A Disney legend is stepping down after 40 years at the studio.
2017 Oscar Nominations: Filmmaker Reactions
Reactions from the Academy Award-nominated filmmakers!
The Internet Is Disgusted By This Roundtable with Feature Animation Directors
Only in Hollywood animation: seven white dudes discuss representation, feminism, and cultural sensitivity.
‘Moana’ Three-peats Atop U.S. Box Office, ‘Your Name’ #1 In China, ‘Sing’ Tops in Germany
Animation is No. 1 all over the world!
‘Moana’ Enjoys 1st Place Launch in the U.S., But Opens Soft in China
The opening weekend of “Moana” is solid, but questions remain whether it can match “Zootopia” or “Frozen.”
New ‘Moana’ Featurette Highlights Cultural Inspirations
A new featurette from Disney Animation focuses on the Pacific islands cultural history that inspired “Moana.”
Disney Releases First Full ‘Moana’ Trailer
A new Disney film…from the creators of “Frozen” and Zootopia”?
Disney Introduces Baby Moana In Japanese Trailer
Baby Moana is here.
Annecy 2016 Review: Rainy, Crowded, Star-Studded, And Unforgettable
Everyone was at Annecy this year, from Guillermo del Toro to the president of France.
Watch The Teaser Trailer for Disney’s ‘Moana’
Disney’ has already scored one mega-hit with “Zootopia” this year. Can they go two for two?
9 Can’t-Miss Events At Annecy 2016
The annual mega-animation festival is happening in a few weeks, and we’re here to help guide you through it.
2015 Marks 2nd Straight Year Without A Woman-Directed Animation Feature
Good news for men though: they directed 100% of American animated features released in 2015.
Tomorrow in LA: Sue Nichols Fundraiser Auction
“Brave” co-director Brenda Chapman is organizing an auction to help artist and friend Sue Nichols.
Long-Lost Pencil Test Trailer for Brad Bird’s ‘The Spirit’ Revealed
A much sought-after piece of animation history has surfaced on YouTube at last.
‘Mouse in Transition’: ‘Basil’ Kicks Into High Gear (Chapter 13)
When the Disney strike of 1982 ended and the story artists returned to their respective work spaces in the animation building, “Basil of Baker Street” was still running along two sets of tracks. There were storyboards filled with gags and character bits, and boards filled with plot points.
Disney Will Release Both ‘Zootopia’ and ‘Moana’ in 2016
Disney has set release dates for its two 2016 releases: Zootopia and Moana.
Breaking: Disney Sets ‘Moana’ For Late-2016 Release
Disney announced this afternoon that Moana, their 56th animated feature, will be released into theaters in late-2016. The film will mark …
‘Mouse in Transition’: Rodent Detectives and Studio Strikes (Chapter 11)
“Basil of Baker Street” by novelist Eve Titus was an illustrated children’s book centered on a mouse who fancied himself an ace detective. The mouse resided (naturally enough) inside the walls of 31 Baker Street in London, home of a human-sized ace detective, the name of whom escapes me.
‘Mouse in Transition’: Cauldron of Confusion (Chapter 10)
Steve Hulett recounts his role in the the confusing and chaotic production of Disney’s most un-Disney-like feature, “The Black Cauldron.”
Remembrances of Robin Williams by Eric Goldberg, John Musker and Ron Clements
Here are the official statements on the death of Robin Williams provided by Eric Goldberg, the supervising animator of the Genie in “Aladdin,” and John Musker and Ron Clements, the directors of “Aladdin.”
‘Mouse in Transition’: The CalArts Brigade Arrives (Chapter 9)
“Chief has to DIE,” Ron Clements said. “The picture doesn’t work if he just breaks his LEG. Copper doesn’t have enough motivation to hate the fox.”
How CalArts Came To Dominate Hollywood’s Animation Industry
“Vanity Fair” doesn’t write about animation often, but when they do, it’s memorable. Their new Hollywood issue has an excellent long read by Sam Kashner about the legendary CalArts animation program of the Seventies and Eighties.
This Sat in San Francisco: Bruno Bozzetto, John Musker, John Canemaker and David Silverman [UPDATED]
If you happen to find yourself in San Francisco on Saturday afternoon, you’d be wise to attend the lecture “The Work and Genius of Animation Wizard Bruno Bozzetto.”
Participate in This Auction to Bring Ronald Searle’s Art to America
The work of British illustration icon Ronald Searle, who passed away two years ago at the age of 91, has influenced innumerable …
You Won’t Believe How Long Burny Mattinson Has Worked at Disney
This afternoon, there was a big celebration at the Walt Disney Animation Studio in honor of Burny Mattinson’s incrdible anniversary.
“Mulan” Director Tony Bancroft Will Teach You How to Direct Animation
Animation veteran Tony Bancroft (co-director of Mulan) has an interesting sound book in the works. It’s called Directing for Animation: …
“Where Is Dead Zero?”
I had an incredible time at the CTN Expo this past weekend (and lost my voice in record time: mid-day on Saturday). The abundance of …
