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Studio to become independent subsidiary of Sony Interactive Entertainment; acquisition signals big plans for future IP, though FAQ addressing the deal says new titles won’t be published as PlayStation exclusives. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/SzlG6V0O2

Comedy Central kicks off the new season with ‘Pajama Day’ at South Park Elementary, as Stan, Kyle, Cartman, and Kenny don't ‘respect the authority’ of PC Principal - and now they aren’t allowed to wear their PJs to school - what’s a kid to do! The all-new episode airs February 2 on Comedy Central. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/cx4sg6wX5

Conference confirms presentations on the VFX behind ‘Reminiscence,’ ‘The Witcher,’ ‘Lost in Space,’ and ‘Stowaway;’ Animation Production Days is now accepting projects for the ‘Producer Programme.’ from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/JVXWtOLIR

The macabre short from writer-director Joe Hsieh continues its festival circuit success since qualifying for this year’s Oscars and scoring an Annie nomination for best short subject. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/cuQs1nvXt

You've never heard animation soundtracks like these. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/PpDjGB0ga

The workers at the "Call of Duty" developer are now taking their fight to the National Labor Relations Board. from Cartoon Brew https://bit.ly/3g5Mcl0

For theaters, Covid was "severe injury that maybe doesn't heal," says Iger. from Cartoon Brew https://bit.ly/3KTBpIK

We asked the directors of this year's 15 shortlisted shorts about how they would improve animated short distribution and viewing. from Cartoon Brew https://bit.ly/3IS89Az

In first deal since ‘Ron’s Gone Wrong’ debut, studio nabs Marissa Meyer’s New York Times best-selling book series that reimagines classic fairy tale heroines. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3u7zAlD

In celebration of the Season 25 ‘South Park’ premiere on February 2, Comedy Central treats fans to a rendition of the musical number from the iconic Season 16 episode ‘Butterballs.’ from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3KQEKZg

The eight-episode adult animation series is executive produced by Stephen Colbert, and skewers small-town Americana à la ‘South Park.’ from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3AB8Knj

The prequel to the acclaimed anime series will explore the history of a high school for sorcerers, and the cursed energy of its strange students. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3IP5OGB

Based in London and Berlin, respectively, new hires will bolster the studio’s growth in direct-to brand offerings, build the studio’s reputation in the UK and Europe, and develop and secure new projects. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3r3RZ0P

eOne claims that Sconnect’s animated web series is in breach of trademarks related to Astley Baker Davies’ hugely successful preschool program. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3u1SCtL

Go behind-the-scenes of the Oscar shortlisted animated short with director Simone Giampaolo and producer Gabriella de Gara, moderated by ‘The Willoughbys’ director Kris Pearn, with special guest Severn Cullis-Suzuki, on Friday, January 28 at 11 am PST. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/34cXQIi

The film follows a lovelorn poet in Bavaria in 1812 as he undertakes a dangerous journey across mountains, ice, and snow. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/3nWODeb

First announced in 2015, this "Blazing Saddles" riff finally has a release date. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/3tZWWK4

Popular online cooking brand expands into the world of animation with ‘Chefclub Friends;’ currently in development, the show is set to be presented at Kidscreen and MIPTV. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3nZipie

With highlights including production insights on Reel FX and Netflix’s ‘Super Giant Robot Brothers!’ series, event provides aspiring independents and industry vets alike with free online discussions all this week on the evolving influence of the real-time technology. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/347LpgS

Produced by GBH KIDS and Pipeline Studios, the animated show about a trio of marsupial siblings will demonstrate computational skills for preschoolers, providing them with powerful tools for self-expression and problem solving. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/33M1vwS

Leading VFX and animation company enters deal with publicly traded SPAC Sports Ventures; combined company, to be led by current CEO Namit Malhotra, will be listed on the Nasdaq.    from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/342frCx

Lisa Cooke re-elected board chair; historic all-women executive committee marks a first in the global organization’s history. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3KL5RVF

Companies shared new programming details at last week’s +Ultra event in Tokyo; previously announced ‘Estab Life: Great Escape’ to debut in April 2022 with newly revealed title ‘Ooyukiumi No Kaina’ coming in January 2023. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/35bf49d

First look at new footage from the Oscar-winning director’s stop-motion musical introduces us to the humble abode of Sebastian J. Cricket; film set to hit Netflix this December. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3tSAa6J

Key members of the animated comedy’s creative team, including Chris and Shane Houghton, have been confirmed as part of the new movie project, which is now in development. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/33G0vKI

Special marathon kicks off February 16 featuring 250 back-to-back episodes and movie specials; GBH Kids to expand content with Podcast, Topical Shorts, and Games rolling out in 2022 and beyond. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3nUjiZj

The film is del Toro's feature animation directorial debut. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/3tRIdR5

In other news: the Orange M&M will henceforth “acknowledge his anxiety.” from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/32sipjn

"Luca," "Moana," and "Raya" were the most-streamed films of 2021. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/3KDwWKn

Targeting the 15–35 age group, it's billed as "India's first and only television channel featuring this style of alternative animation 24/7." from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/3u7K3Ob

The "Moana" series will be the first production from Walt Disney Animation Studios Vancouver. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/3AEavAd

The company will continue to fund original content through its Black Voices and Kids Funds. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/33VYp94

"The American Dream and Other Fairy Tales" premieres at the festival on January 24. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/3qK3wCm

In the freshly ordered kaiju show, humans will come to grips with the reality that monsters exist and uncover the secrets of the shadowy organization known as Monarch. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/353yhJT

WarnerMedia Kids & Family picks up another season of the hit show, plus orders new preschool series ‘Jessica’s Big Little World’ and ‘Craig of the Creek: The Movie,’ both set to debut in 2023. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3GJqZsT

The indie filmmaker, director, editor, and animator discusses his current production, ‘Alphabetical Athleticalz,’ which just might be the most ambitious pixilation project ever. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/33QoTZu

Anime of the Year nominees include ‘86 Eighty-Six,’ ‘Attack on Titan Final’ Season Part 1, ‘Jujutsu Kaisen,’ ‘Oddtaxi,’ ‘Ranking of Kings’ and ‘Sonny Boy;’ fans can vote now, every day, in every category, through January 25 – winners will be announced February 9. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3tIMGWs

New episodes of the DreamWorks Animation original CG animated series, about Viking twins Dak and Leyla and their exciting adventures, stream February 3 exclusively on Peacock. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3nCxZjx

Watch the fiery, slow-motion molten metal ‘title birth’ of Prime Video’s highly anticipated, $500 million, 2-season at least series, set thousands of years before the events of ‘The Hobbit’ and ‘The Lord of the Rings,’ premiering September 2. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/33D3KSO

Higher dramatic stakes, more realistic characters, new kinds of cinematography: here's how Rianda wants animated features to change. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/3GHgINR

In other news: "Sing 2" is holding up well and "Encanto" has bombed in China. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/33rGqaH

Company believes its move to snag the ‘Chop Chop Ninja’ and ‘My Goldfish is Evil!’ producer will strengthen its foothold in the international animation marketplace. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3txVrT5

Bringing extensive entertainment, gaming and publishing experience, the Mutiny Pictures co-founder will oversee business development out of company's San Francisco office. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3GCvLIJ

Coinciding with Disney+’s release of ‘The Eternals,’ the 7-issue series kicked off yesterday on the Marvel digital comic platform; release on WEBTOON set for January 20. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3A4oM8V

Based on a true story, Valley's short was nominated for the Oscar in 2017. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/3qAitqD

Animator Ere Santos shares his process of animating a complicated shot in "Spirit Untamed." from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/3I9OGeb

An animated take on Paolo Uccello's Renaissance painting "The Battle of San Romano." from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/3HZewS6

In this VFX breakdown reel, see how the horned gator was created, including skin textures and a medley of facial expressions that made the reptilian star a series favorite. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3ftvv2J

Featuring an opening keynote by KidNation founder Chris ‘Ludacris’ Bridges, the February 11-12 event will feature an executive workshop as well as speakers from NBCUniversal, ViacomCBS, Disney, and DreamWorks. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3rkrSS7

Finally… Trey Parker and Matt Stone’s seminal cartoon comedy returns to Comedy Central with its first all-new episodes since 2019. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3GCyvG4

Despite a backlash over its character design, the film is proving very popular with audiences. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/3A9m8yR

Watch directors Don Hall and Carlos López Estrada, alongside co-writer Qui Nguyen, talk about developing the tone and style of the Disney film. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/3qr6GdO

Mamoru Hosoda’s highly anticipated new animated feature introduces its unique universe with a sweeping musical number that instantly immerses you in the digital world “U.” from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3r8Updm

An animated series adaption is being cooked up at Netflix and Universal Studio Group’s UCP division, and though not yet greenlit, a wealth of talent is lined up if it moves forward. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3qgX8lC

Deal brings industry-leading 3D sculpting and painting tools to the developer of Cinema 4D and other top 3D / CG artistic tools. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/34ABSyR

Bob, Linda, Tina, Gene, and Louise expand their comedic horizons - and our sense of joy - on May 27, as Loren Bouchard’s Emmy Award-winning hit animated comedy makes the jump to the big screen. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3HVKGxW

The streamer offers an inside look at the art behind the multi award-nominated CG animated movie about a chaotic family road trip that turns into an apocalyptic adventure… with robots! from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3r5MH3B

Harold and Jennifer Chizick are out less than a year after their company was acquired by the growing kids’ media company; business will continue under the leadership of Donna MacNeil and Kathleen Campisano. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3r82r63

Cocks replaces Brian Goldner, who died in October. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/3FfPbSg

Amazon is putting marketing muscle behind the Sony Animation film, which is its most high-profile animation pick-up yet. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/3r00GId

On January 8, the channel launches its re-energized brand, ‘Redraw Your World,’ that promises to deliver more inclusive programming to wider audiences; campaign partnerships include Crayola, NTUC, and Singapore Chingay Parade 2022. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3f3zLFG

FIAF’s event will be held in-person February 11-13, followed by an online edition from February 14-21; highlights include film premieres, a glimpse at highly anticipated works in progress as well as panels with leading animators. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3eOkxo4

Latest version of tool, which allows artists to quickly turn simple brushstrokes into realistic landscape images, features powerful new AI model based on GauGAN2 research. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3sYbcCw

The company’s real-time 3D design collaboration and simulation platform is now available to millions of NVIDIA GeForce Studio creators with RTX GPUs; new Omniverse Machinima and Omniverse Audio2Face platforms also revealed, as well as new platform features and 3D asset marketplaces. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3HBjQeg

Dallas-based studio creates spots for AMC Networks’ IFC holiday promo and the 2022 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3EW7TxL

Latest season of show, based on award-winning manga of the same name, will stream exclusively outside Asia on HIDIVE as part of Winter 2022 simulcast season. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3eKObdR