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‘Spellbound,’ ‘Batman Azteca,’ ‘Captain Laserhawk’ Headline Annecy’s Work In Progress Sidebar https://ift.tt/0Aw72by In total, 17 films, series, and interactive works will host WIP presentations at this year's Annecy.

In total, 17 films, series, and interactive works will host WIP presentations at this year's Annecy. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/PvuycmA

Animation Coming To Netflix, Disney+, Max, Hulu, And More In May 2023 https://ift.tt/0Aw72by May brings some highly-anticipated debuts including 'Star Wars Visions' season two and Genndy Tartakovsky's 'Unicorn Warriors Eternal.'

May brings some highly-anticipated debuts including 'Star Wars Visions' season two and Genndy Tartakovsky's 'Unicorn Warriors Eternal.' from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/hG8q5u6

Annecy Unveils 2023 Official Competition And Contrechamp Lineups https://ift.tt/0Aw72by This year, 23 features will compete at Annecy, 11 in the official competition and 12 in Contrechamp.

This year, 23 features will compete at Annecy, 11 in the official competition and 12 in Contrechamp. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/gSyuOUQ

Oscar-Winning Filmmaker Jan Pinkava Appointed As Head Of Germany’s Animationsinstitut https://ift.tt/0Aw72by Pinkava will take over for interim head Thomas Schadt and long-time head Hykade, who transitioned to a full-time teaching role last fall.

Pinkava will take over for interim head Thomas Schadt and long-time head Hykade, who transitioned to a full-time teaching role last fall. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/TelhACI

Mike Mitchell To Direct ‘Kung Fu Panda 4,’ Stephanie Ma Stine Will Co-Direct https://ift.tt/0Aw72by Dreamworks Animation made the announcement at Cinemacon, where Jack Black shared a few early plot details.

Dreamworks Animation made the announcement at Cinemacon, where Jack Black shared a few early plot details. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/8AfMIF2

Watch The First Teaser For Walt Disney Animation Studios’ ‘Wish’ https://ift.tt/0Aw72by 'Wish,' directed by Chris Buck and Fawn Veerasunthorn, will hit theaters on November 22.

'Wish,' directed by Chris Buck and Fawn Veerasunthorn, will hit theaters on November 22. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/1l7DuNB

‘Twilight’ Reboot Series in Development at Lionsgate Television https://ift.tt/0KHEoRA The project will be penned by ‘Raised by Wolves’ writer Sinead Daly, who has yet to decide if the series will be a direct remake; original novelist Stephanie Meyer is also attached. Laurén Alexa

The project will be penned by ‘Raised by Wolves’ writer Sinead Daly, who has yet to decide if the series will be a direct remake; original novelist Stephanie Meyer is also attached. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/9o56Xdf

New Movies Arriving on Crunchyroll in April https://ift.tt/0KHEoRA New titles include ‘That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime The Movie: Scarlet Bond;’ ‘The Quintessential Quintuplets Movie;’ ‘Mobile Suit Gundam Cucuruz Doan's Island;’ ‘Free! -the Final Stroke- Part 1 and 2;’ ‘To Every You I’ve Loved Before;’ and ‘To Me, The One Who Loved You.’ Whitney Whitener

New titles include ‘That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime The Movie: Scarlet Bond;’ ‘The Quintessential Quintuplets Movie;’ ‘Mobile Suit Gundam Cucuruz Doan's Island;’ ‘Free! -the Final Stroke- Part 1 and 2;’ ‘To Every You I’ve Loved Before;’ and ‘To Me, The One Who Loved You.’ from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/8MkghC5

Web3 Studio Toonstar Drops ‘Space Junk’ Trailer with Jon Heder https://ift.tt/0KHEoRA The iconic ‘Napoleon Dynamite’ actor, along with Tony Cavalero with Wellbecca – the first character voiced entirely by AI-generated software – star in the new adult animated workplace comedy about garbage collectors in space that takes off next month. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The iconic ‘Napoleon Dynamite’ actor, along with Tony Cavalero with Wellbecca – the first character voiced entirely by AI-generated software – star in the new adult animated workplace comedy about garbage collectors in space that takes off next month. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/2TtqE1K

Prime Video Scores Multiple New DC ‘Batman’ Titles https://ift.tt/0KHEoRA Acquisition of Warner Bros. Animation’s original animated movie Merry Little Batman, spinoff series Bat-Family and Batman: Caped Crusader to bring a reimagined ‘Batman’ mythology to the streamer’s global audience. Laurén Alexa

Acquisition of Warner Bros. Animation’s original animated movie Merry Little Batman, spinoff series Bat-Family and Batman: Caped Crusader to bring a reimagined ‘Batman’ mythology to the streamer’s global audience. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/amKszIC

Exclusive First Look at Stephan Franck’s ‘Palomino’ Volume 2 https://ift.tt/0KHEoRA The critically acclaimed neo-noir graphic novel, set in 1981 Los Angeles country music clubs, continues with Volumes 2 and 3, now available to back on Kickstarter. Laurén Alexa

The critically acclaimed neo-noir graphic novel, set in 1981 Los Angeles country music clubs, continues with Volumes 2 and 3, now available to back on Kickstarter. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/jKr12TX

Cult Classic ‘Galaxy High’ Heading to Wow Presents Plus https://ift.tt/0KHEoRA World of Wonder has licensed the cult classic fish-out-of-water animated series – all 13 episodes hit the streamer tomorrow, April 28. Debbie Diamond Sarto

World of Wonder has licensed the cult classic fish-out-of-water animated series – all 13 episodes hit the streamer tomorrow, April 28. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/w6mBdt1

Picture Shop Unveils Newly Renovated, Expanded Facilities in Hollywood https://ift.tt/0KHEoRA The Sunset and Seward post-production facilities location offers 115,000 square feet across 6 floors that include 5 D.I. theaters, 13 color bays, and 22 online edit rooms. Whitney Whitener

The Sunset and Seward post-production facilities location offers 115,000 square feet across 6 floors that include 5 D.I. theaters, 13 color bays, and 22 online edit rooms. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/7QC2ix0

Metaphysic Launches ‘Scientific Advisory Board’ on Ethical Applications of AI https://ift.tt/hJt3VA4 The AI and machine learning innovator has assembled experts in education, law, and scientific research to help guide the development of transformative technologies ethically and responsibly. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The AI and machine learning innovator has assembled experts in education, law, and scientific research to help guide the development of transformative technologies ethically and responsibly. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/zOVJSvZ

Report: NFT-Funded Project ‘Plush’ Appears Dead With Investors Set To Lose $1.66M https://ift.tt/hJt3VA4 Illuminart, the company behind the French project, hasn't made any public posts since September and its NFTs are no longer for sale.

Illuminart, the company behind the French project, hasn't made any public posts since September and its NFTs are no longer for sale. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/khFe7r4

U.K. Blocks Microsoft’s $68.7B Acquisition Of Activision Blizzard https://ift.tt/hJt3VA4 The U.K. Competition and Markets Authority believes the acquisition could harm the cloud gaming marketplace.

The U.K. Competition and Markets Authority believes the acquisition could harm the cloud gaming marketplace. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/AZEcFa9

Apple TV+ Shares ‘Harriet the Spy’ Season 2 Trailer https://ift.tt/hJt3VA4 The outspoken and perpetually curious 11-year-old Harriet M. Welsch returns May 5 in all-new episodes of the hugely popular animated series based on Louise Fitzhugh’s iconic novel. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The outspoken and perpetually curious 11-year-old Harriet M. Welsch returns May 5 in all-new episodes of the hugely popular animated series based on Louise Fitzhugh’s iconic novel. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/0cfmGW3

Netflix Drops ‘Mulligan’ Trailer and Key Art https://ift.tt/hJt3VA4 In the new animated comedy from Tina Fey, Robert Carlock, and Sam Means, when most of Earth is destroyed by aliens, a few survivors must rebuild what’s left of America and form a ‘more perfect union’…? The show premieres May 12. Debbie Diamond Sarto

In the new animated comedy from Tina Fey, Robert Carlock, and Sam Means, when most of Earth is destroyed by aliens, a few survivors must rebuild what’s left of America and form a ‘more perfect union’…? The show premieres May 12. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/2jQtiIU

Blue Zoo’s ‘MoPo’ Real-Time Tool Scores Epic MegaGrant https://ift.tt/hJt3VA4 The London-based studio’s production software allows artists to create 3D animated content for platforms such as TikTok and YouTube in real-time; smaller teams can create quality content faster and cheaper with fewer steps. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The London-based studio’s production software allows artists to create 3D animated content for platforms such as TikTok and YouTube in real-time; smaller teams can create quality content faster and cheaper with fewer steps. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/My8BWzA

‘Final Space’ To Get Graphic Novel Finale From Creator Olan Rogers https://ift.tt/tNJcZs4 Warner Bros. Discovery has given Rogers a one-off licensing deal to wrap up the story he started with the animated series.

Warner Bros. Discovery has given Rogers a one-off licensing deal to wrap up the story he started with the animated series. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/T9XRJ03

‘Mario,’ ‘Suzume,’ ‘The First Slam Dunk’ Enjoy Record-Breaking Box Office Weekends https://ift.tt/tNJcZs4 'Mario' posted a historic third weekend domestically while 'The First Slam Dunk' dominated in China.

'Mario' posted a historic third weekend domestically while 'The First Slam Dunk' dominated in China. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/AdvYHag

Netflix Reveals 2023-2024 Feature Animation Slate https://ift.tt/tNJcZs4 Announcements on a whopping nine projects include new films ‘Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie’ and ‘In Your Dreams,’ plus the ensemble voice cast for summer 2023 release ‘Nimona.’ Debbie Diamond Sarto

Announcements on a whopping nine projects include new films ‘Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie’ and ‘In Your Dreams,’ plus the ensemble voice cast for summer 2023 release ‘Nimona.’ from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/Ts9bvBq

‘Sonic The Hedgehog’ Spin-Off ‘Knuckles’ Expands Cast https://ift.tt/tNJcZs4 The mini-series centered on Idris Elba’s dastardly red Echidna adds Adam Pally and Kid Cudi to a roster already packed with actors reprising their franchise roles; show premieres October 12, 2023 exclusively on Paramount+. Laurén Alexa

The mini-series centered on Idris Elba’s dastardly red Echidna adds Adam Pally and Kid Cudi to a roster already packed with actors reprising their franchise roles; show premieres October 12, 2023 exclusively on Paramount+. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/7UoN5pQ

‘Sonic The Hedgehog’ Spin-Off Series ‘Knuckles’ Expands Cast https://ift.tt/tNJcZs4 The mini-series centered on Idris Elba’s dastardly red Echidna adds Adam Pally and Kid Cudi to a roster already packed with actors reprising their franchise roles; show premieres October 12, 2023 exclusively on Paramount+. Laurén Alexa

The mini-series centered on Idris Elba’s dastardly red Echidna adds Adam Pally and Kid Cudi to a roster already packed with actors reprising their franchise roles; show premieres October 12, 2023 exclusively on Paramount+. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/clJdvXz

Ex-Marvel Exec Victoria Alonso, Disney Reach Settlement https://ift.tt/tNJcZs4 Although the exact terms of the agreement remain mum, as neither party has commented on the settlement, millions of dollars in financial compensation were reportedly awarded to the axed exec. Laurén Alexa

Although the exact terms of the agreement remain mum, as neither party has commented on the settlement, millions of dollars in financial compensation were reportedly awarded to the axed exec. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/L4c3KRB

NBCUniversal CEO Jeff Shell Ousted Over Sexual Harassment Claim https://ift.tt/RFmPSJv The former exec left his position on Sunday after admitting to an ‘inappropriate relationship,’ reportedly with Hadley Gamble, a CNBC news anchor and international correspondent. Laurén Alexa

The former exec left his position on Sunday after admitting to an ‘inappropriate relationship,’ reportedly with Hadley Gamble, a CNBC news anchor and international correspondent. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/QZTwI7n

‘Big Mouth’ Renewed Through 8th and Final Season https://ift.tt/RFmPSJv Netflix’s Emmy Award-winning animated comedy from Nick Kroll, Andrew Goldberg, Mark Levin, and Jennifer Flackett will become the streamer’s longest running series ever outside Kids & Family programming. Dan Sarto

Netflix’s Emmy Award-winning animated comedy from Nick Kroll, Andrew Goldberg, Mark Levin, and Jennifer Flackett will become the streamer’s longest running series ever outside Kids & Family programming. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/cnCdMB7

New Duffer Brothers Series ‘The Boroughs’ Gets Netflix Series Order https://ift.tt/RFmPSJv The upcoming supernatural mystery show, set in a seemingly picturesque retirement community in the New Mexico desert, will be executive produced by the ‘Stranger Things’ duo and showrun by project creators Jeffrey Addiss and Will Matthews. Laurén Alexa

The upcoming supernatural mystery show, set in a seemingly picturesque retirement community in the New Mexico desert, will be executive produced by the ‘Stranger Things’ duo and showrun by project creators Jeffrey Addiss and Will Matthews. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/PJXg3df

Paramount+ Teases ‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ Trailer and Art https://ift.tt/RFmPSJv Anson Mount returns as Captain Christopher Pike, Rebecca Romijn as Number One, and Ethan Peck as Science Officer Spock in a new season following the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise in the years before Captain Kirk took the helm; new episodes drop weekly beginning June 15. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Anson Mount returns as Captain Christopher Pike, Rebecca Romijn as Number One, and Ethan Peck as Science Officer Spock in a new season following the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise in the years before Captain Kirk took the helm; new episodes drop weekly beginning June 15. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/n5hBpkm

Podcast EP 205: How Anik Rosenblum Started Dancing Line Productions https://ift.tt/RFmPSJv Vancouver-based 2D animation director shares his journey from Lithuania to Israel and finally Vancouver in pursuit of an artistic career. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Vancouver-based 2D animation director shares his journey from Lithuania to Israel and finally Vancouver in pursuit of an artistic career. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/K6JMTak

Fred Rogers Productions Launches Second Writers’ Neighborhood Initiative https://ift.tt/RFmPSJv The five-year program will support new writers from underrepresented racial groups building their careers in children’s media; application submissions being accepted May 1-15. Whitney Whitener

The five-year program will support new writers from underrepresented racial groups building their careers in children’s media; application submissions being accepted May 1-15. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/X74T8HS

Nickelodeon to Air ‘Gabby’s Dollhouse’ https://ift.tt/nCZie1P The live-action / animated hybrid preschool series from DreamWorks Animation debuts May 1 on Nick Jr. Whitney Whitener

The live-action / animated hybrid preschool series from DreamWorks Animation debuts May 1 on Nick Jr. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/fCaT3Dg

Looney Tunes Movie ‘Taz: Quest for Burger’ Coming to Digital https://ift.tt/nCZie1P The new animated family film, available June 6, follows the infamous Tasmanian Devil as he helps his friend, a bandicoot named Quinn, track down a criminal. Whitney Whitener

The new animated family film, available June 6, follows the infamous Tasmanian Devil as he helps his friend, a bandicoot named Quinn, track down a criminal. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/KFarJTw

Celebrate Pride and Diversity at Annecy 2023 https://ift.tt/fz2vJ0V Four short film programs highlight challenges, perspectives, and journeys of LGBTQ+ community members; the festival runs June 11-17. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Four short film programs highlight challenges, perspectives, and journeys of LGBTQ+ community members; the festival runs June 11-17. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/4EvW5J9

GKIDS Acquires Distribution Rights to ‘Lonely Castle in the Mirror’ https://ift.tt/fz2vJ0V Japan Academy Prize-nominated feature from acclaimed director Keiichi Hara and A-1 Pictures releases in North American theaters this summer. Whitney Whitener

Japan Academy Prize-nominated feature from acclaimed director Keiichi Hara and A-1 Pictures releases in North American theaters this summer. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3EfMOS4

CelAction Launches 2D Quickstart Course https://ift.tt/fz2vJ0V Training includes 6+ hours of tutorials by industry animators, the Template Actor with complete animations such as walk and run cycles, and editable assets for practice to get users up and running fast. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Training includes 6+ hours of tutorials by industry animators, the Template Actor with complete animations such as walk and run cycles, and editable assets for practice to get users up and running fast. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/do9A1Vb

Watch: ‘The Venture Bros.: Radiant is the Blood of the Baboon Heart’ First Look Clip https://ift.tt/fz2vJ0V Based on the award-winning Adult Swim series, the new movie picks up from the conclusion of Season 7, and features returning stars James Urbaniak, Patrick Warburton, Michael Sinterniklaas, and Chris McCulloch; film slated for release later this year. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Based on the award-winning Adult Swim series, the new movie picks up from the conclusion of Season 7, and features returning stars James Urbaniak, Patrick Warburton, Michael Sinterniklaas, and Chris McCulloch; film slated for release later this year. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/lrOvmha

NVIDIA Studio Highlights NVIDIA Omniverse and USD in ‘Cold Inside Diorama’ https://ift.tt/fz2vJ0V 3D artists Gianluca Squillace and Pasquale Scionti’s project interconnect their workflows by replacing linear pipelines with live-sync creation, harnessing the collaboration platform powered by RTX GPU to create their Viking scene that conveyed a cold, glacial mood. Dan Sarto

3D artists Gianluca Squillace and Pasquale Scionti’s project interconnect their workflows by replacing linear pipelines with live-sync creation, harnessing the collaboration platform powered by RTX GPU to create their Viking scene that conveyed a cold, glacial mood. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/SFtv0x3

Union Shares ‘The Banshees of Inisherin’ VFX Breakdown Reel https://ift.tt/fz2vJ0V ‘Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri’ writer/director Martin McDonagh taps the studio as sole visual effects vendor on his award-winning film starring Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson; the invisible VFX included creating 1920s environment digital matte paintings and various CG objects and elements. Debbie Diamond Sarto

‘Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri’ writer/director Martin McDonagh taps the studio as sole visual effects vendor on his award-winning film starring Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson; the invisible VFX included creating 1920s environment digital matte paintings and various CG objects and elements. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/El2YOVB

DreamWorks Animation Announces Annecy 2023 Line-Up https://ift.tt/fz2vJ0V The studio will present sneak peeks at unannounced film projects, a work-in-progress and panel on the upcoming feature ‘Trolls Band Together,’ the world premiere of ‘Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken’ and a special outdoor screening of ‘Puss in Boots: The Last Wish;’ the festival runs June 11-17. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The studio will present sneak peeks at unannounced film projects, a work-in-progress and panel on the upcoming feature ‘Trolls Band Together,’ the world premiere of ‘Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken’ and a special outdoor screening of ‘Puss in Boots: The Last Wish;’ the festival runs June 11-17. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/TNku3bw

Digital Domain Names Matt McClurg Head of Visualization https://ift.tt/OhNlSpF The industry veteran takes the reigns to optimize the VFX studio's proprietary toolsets including machine learning software and AI-driven creations. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The industry veteran takes the reigns to optimize the VFX studio's proprietary toolsets including machine learning software and AI-driven creations. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/4na9gef

Exclusive Clip: ‘The Great North: Pa-shank Redemption Adventure’ https://ift.tt/OhNlSpF In the all-new episode airing this Sunday on FOX, it’s Beef’s birthday, and he does NOT want to celebrate - he’s perfectly fine in jail! Debbie Diamond Sarto

In the all-new episode airing this Sunday on FOX, it’s Beef’s birthday, and he does NOT want to celebrate - he’s perfectly fine in jail! from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/k4aXJRs

Lion Forge and Folktellers Team Up on ‘Hero’s Journey the Series’ https://ift.tt/OhNlSpF Based on stories of black artists during the 1930s-1960s, the animated series details the rise to fame of Jimi Hendrix; The Jackson 5; BB King; Ike and Tina Turner; Little Richard; Aretha Franklin; Redd Foxx; Richard Pryor; and others. Whitney Whitener

Based on stories of black artists during the 1930s-1960s, the animated series details the rise to fame of Jimi Hendrix; The Jackson 5; BB King; Ike and Tina Turner; Little Richard; Aretha Franklin; Redd Foxx; Richard Pryor; and others. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/jCgG8P6

‘Galaxy Quest’ Series in Development at Paramount+ https://ift.tt/OhNlSpF Never Give Up, Never Surrender… On a Franchise! Paramount Television has ordered an adaptation of the cult sci-fi-spoof classic, which will be produced by Mark Johnson under his Gran Via Productions banner. Laurén Alexa

Never Give Up, Never Surrender… On a Franchise! Paramount Television has ordered an adaptation of the cult sci-fi-spoof classic, which will be produced by Mark Johnson under his Gran Via Productions banner. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/u3pq9gn

Apple TV+ Teases ‘Prehistoric Planet’ Season 2 https://ift.tt/OhNlSpF Show’s sophomore outing continues to bring Earth’s history to life with new dinosaurs, new habitats and scientific discoveries while taking viewers around the world on an epic adventure, debuting with a global five-day, week-long event in May. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Show’s sophomore outing continues to bring Earth’s history to life with new dinosaurs, new habitats and scientific discoveries while taking viewers around the world on an epic adventure, debuting with a global five-day, week-long event in May. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/rN2wgJE

Goodbye Kansas Shares ‘Carnival Row’ VFX Breakdown Reel https://ift.tt/ydfL7ED From fairytale digital characters to monstrous transformation sequences and crowd simulations, the visual effects studio delivered 123 shots and over 50 character and environment assets for Season 2 of Prime Video’s fantasy series starring Cara Delevigne and Orlando Bloom. Debbie Diamond Sarto

From fairytale digital characters to monstrous transformation sequences and crowd simulations, the visual effects studio delivered 123 shots and over 50 character and environment assets for Season 2 of Prime Video’s fantasy series starring Cara Delevigne and Orlando Bloom. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/6NwxEtk

Exclusive Clip: ‘Digman!: The Mile High Club’ https://ift.tt/ydfL7ED In the all-new episode airing tonight on Comedy Central, Digman and his team of experts find out what the ‘The Mile High Club’ really is - and it’s not what you thought it was! Debbie Diamond Sarto

In the all-new episode airing tonight on Comedy Central, Digman and his team of experts find out what the ‘The Mile High Club’ really is - and it’s not what you thought it was! from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/FJDmHU9

Apple TV+ Shares ‘Frog and Toad’ Trailer https://ift.tt/ydfL7ED Based on the award-winning book series by Arnold Lobel, the new animated series follows two best friends, Frog and Toad, who enjoy what they have in common while learning to embrace what they don’t; the show hits the streamer April 28. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Based on the award-winning book series by Arnold Lobel, the new animated series follows two best friends, Frog and Toad, who enjoy what they have in common while learning to embrace what they don’t; the show hits the streamer April 28. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/HN6kugO

Sega Agrees To Buy ‘Angry Birds’ Developer Rovio Entertainment For $706M https://ift.tt/ydfL7ED According to Sega, acquiring Rovio will accelerate the development of mobile-compatible and multi-platform versions of its IPs.

According to Sega, acquiring Rovio will accelerate the development of mobile-compatible and multi-platform versions of its IPs. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/neMh90F

Watch: ‘Doing Time - A Woman's View’ Animated Short https://ift.tt/ydfL7ED Created via ‘The Right/Write to Heal Initiative,’ the film unveils the experiences of incarcerated and formerly incarcerated women, who, in their own voices, reflect on the consequences on themselves, their families and their communities. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Created via ‘The Right/Write to Heal Initiative,’ the film unveils the experiences of incarcerated and formerly incarcerated women, who, in their own voices, reflect on the consequences on themselves, their families and their communities. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/qpAHQMY

HBO Max Shares ‘Fired on Mars’ Trailer and Key Art https://ift.tt/ydfL7ED Getting canned sucks – but getting canned in space…oy – the all-new animated adult comedy follows Jeff Cooper, who must face the precarious relationship between work and self while light years away from Earth; the show hits the streamer April 20. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Getting canned sucks – but getting canned in space…oy – the all-new animated adult comedy follows Jeff Cooper, who must face the precarious relationship between work and self while light years away from Earth; the show hits the streamer April 20. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/WqUiscu

Mediawan Pictures Acquires ‘Undone’ Producer Submarine https://ift.tt/ydfL7ED Fresh off its acquisition of Plan B, the French media conglomerate has purchased the Amsterdam-based developer and producer responsible for the Prime Video series and Richard Linklater’s ‘Apollo 10 ½.’ Laurén Alexa

Fresh off its acquisition of Plan B, the French media conglomerate has purchased the Amsterdam-based developer and producer responsible for the Prime Video series and Richard Linklater’s ‘Apollo 10 ½.’ from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/0j5KMbo

Magic Frame Animation and Creation Entertainment Team Up on ‘Aliens FC’ https://ift.tt/ydfL7ED The studios will present the animated kids' film at Marché du Film in May alongside other collaborations, including upcoming animated series ‘Buddy Bots’ and Christmas film ‘Paul Martin and the Magic Magnifying Glass.’ Debbie Diamond Sarto

The studios will present the animated kids' film at Marché du Film in May alongside other collaborations, including upcoming animated series ‘Buddy Bots’ and Christmas film ‘Paul Martin and the Magic Magnifying Glass.’ from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/xp0H3td

Catya Plate Named 2023 NYC Women’s Fund Recipient https://ift.tt/ydfL7ED Awarded by the NYC Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment and New York Foundation for the Arts, the initiative addresses underrepresentation of women in film, television, theatre, and music. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Awarded by the NYC Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment and New York Foundation for the Arts, the initiative addresses underrepresentation of women in film, television, theatre, and music. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/FPRx1Mp

Billy Magnussen Joins Cast of Live-Action ‘Lilo & Stitch’ https://ift.tt/CwZmJvp The ‘No Time to Die’ actor joins Zach Galifianakis, Maia Kealoha as Lilo, and Chris Sanders as the voice of Stitch in the live-action/CGI hybrid project streaming on Disney+ May 10. Laurén Alexa

The ‘No Time to Die’ actor joins Zach Galifianakis, Maia Kealoha as Lilo, and Chris Sanders as the voice of Stitch in the live-action/CGI hybrid project streaming on Disney+ May 10. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/n4jaZKz

‘Cyberchase’ Season 14 Sets PBS KIDS Premiere https://ift.tt/CwZmJvp The Emmy-Winning animated kids’ series returns in honor of Earth Day with four new environment-themed topics and adventures; the season debuts on PBS KIDS Family Night on April 21. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The Emmy-Winning animated kids’ series returns in honor of Earth Day with four new environment-themed topics and adventures; the season debuts on PBS KIDS Family Night on April 21. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/LEK2qsv

Squirrel Media Acquires Mondo TV Studios https://ift.tt/CwZmJvp The post-production company headquartered in Spain has signed a binding letter of intent to purchase 74.24% of Mondo TV Studios shares from its Italian parent company Mondo TV S.p.A. Laurén Alexa

The post-production company headquartered in Spain has signed a binding letter of intent to purchase 74.24% of Mondo TV Studios shares from its Italian parent company Mondo TV S.p.A. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/BJhyO91

Pixar Releases RenderMan V25 https://ift.tt/CwZmJvp Newest version includes enhanced technology features such as advanced denoising powered by machine learning, reaching new milestones in support for volumes, secondary passes, and performance for feature film animation and VFX. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Newest version includes enhanced technology features such as advanced denoising powered by machine learning, reaching new milestones in support for volumes, secondary passes, and performance for feature film animation and VFX. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/xGP95d4

Disney’s ‘Strange World’ Was 2022’s Biggest Box Office Flop, According To New Report https://ift.tt/CwZmJvp Making matters worse for Disney was that Pixar's 'Lightyear' was also one of 2022's biggest box office bombs.

Making matters worse for Disney was that Pixar's 'Lightyear' was also one of 2022's biggest box office bombs. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/hus3L57

Podcast EP 204: How Margherita Premuroso Became a Creative Director for Title Sequences https://ift.tt/CwZmJvp The Italian animator, whose work includes title sequences for ‘Game of Thrones,’ ‘Amend,’ and ‘The Last of Us,’ shares her journey from freelance animator in Italy to creative director at Elastic in the U.S. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The Italian animator, whose work includes title sequences for ‘Game of Thrones,’ ‘Amend,’ and ‘The Last of Us,’ shares her journey from freelance animator in Italy to creative director at Elastic in the U.S. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/yaDvGOp

‘Hell’s Paradise’ English Dub to Premiere on Crunchyroll April 15 https://ift.tt/HbnDF4g The action horror anime series follows convict Gabimaru on his quest to find the Elixir of Life and buy his freedom. Whitney Whitener

The action horror anime series follows convict Gabimaru on his quest to find the Elixir of Life and buy his freedom. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/MzJW0xl

It’s Official – Max Orders ‘Harry Potter’ Reboot as a TV Series https://ift.tt/HbnDF4g The scripted show will be a faithful adaptation of the original wizarding world novels by J.K. Rowling, with each season portraying the events from one of the seven books. Laurén Alexa

The scripted show will be a faithful adaptation of the original wizarding world novels by J.K. Rowling, with each season portraying the events from one of the seven books. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/cJYxXnI

‘The Penguin’ First Look Footage and Image Revealed https://ift.tt/HbnDF4g Colin Farrell stars in the upcoming series from Warner Bros. Television and DC Studios, which is currently in production and will stream on the new Max platform. Laurén Alexa

Colin Farrell stars in the upcoming series from Warner Bros. Television and DC Studios, which is currently in production and will stream on the new Max platform. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/4dMovBS

DNEG to Acquire Prime Focus Technologies https://ift.tt/1ZdsJxH Deal will include CLEAR® software suite and CLEAR AI® platform and add 1,700 employees to push global headcount over 11,500. Dan Sarto

Deal will include CLEAR® software suite and CLEAR AI® platform and add 1,700 employees to push global headcount over 11,500. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/DKINVFi

Peacock Drops First ‘The Continental’ Teaser Video https://ift.tt/1ZdsJxH Our first real glimpse of the ‘John Wick’ prequel miniseries, set in 1975, showcases bloody, and funky, assassin shenanigans that are sure to thrill when it hits Peacock September 2023. Laurén Alexa

Our first real glimpse of the ‘John Wick’ prequel miniseries, set in 1975, showcases bloody, and funky, assassin shenanigans that are sure to thrill when it hits Peacock September 2023. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/B7XTdAy

Kana Hanazawa Releases Animated Music Video for ‘Circle’ https://ift.tt/1ZdsJxH The veteran ‘Goodbye, Don Glees!’ and ‘Suzume’ voice actress chose a pixel art style for her newest single, which was produced by pixel artist m7kenji; the music video streams now on her official YouTube account. Laurén Alexa

The veteran ‘Goodbye, Don Glees!’ and ‘Suzume’ voice actress chose a pixel art style for her newest single, which was produced by pixel artist m7kenji; the music video streams now on her official YouTube account. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/XnCujeP

iFFY 2023 is Just Around the Corner https://ift.tt/1ZdsJxH Award-winning animator Gary Schwartz will present ‘Kinda iFFY’ – his ‘Overhead Projection Shadow Puppet Animation Workshop,’ a hands-on lab for creative inquiry into time-based media; the Independent Film Festival Ypsilanti runs April 19-22. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Award-winning animator Gary Schwartz will present ‘Kinda iFFY’ – his ‘Overhead Projection Shadow Puppet Animation Workshop,’ a hands-on lab for creative inquiry into time-based media; the Independent Film Festival Ypsilanti runs April 19-22. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/mnGoVdh

HBO Announces ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge Knight’ ‘GoT’ Prequel https://ift.tt/BRToZkS The series, which will stream on the newly minted Max platform, is set a century before the events of ‘Game of Thrones’ when two unlikely heroes, Ser Duncan the Tall and his diminutive squire Egg, explore Westeros. Laurén Alexa

The series, which will stream on the newly minted Max platform, is set a century before the events of ‘Game of Thrones’ when two unlikely heroes, Ser Duncan the Tall and his diminutive squire Egg, explore Westeros. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/mRhXY1n

Max and Cartoon Network Announce ‘Peter & The Wolf’ Animated Short https://ift.tt/BRToZkS Gavin Friday and Bono’s film project, developed in support of the Irish Hospice Foundation, reimagines Sergei Prokofiev’s classic symphony using a juxtaposition of traditional hand-drawn 2D animation combined with a physical set-built world to tell the story of the grieving 12-year-old Peter. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Gavin Friday and Bono’s film project, developed in support of the Irish Hospice Foundation, reimagines Sergei Prokofiev’s classic symphony using a juxtaposition of traditional hand-drawn 2D animation combined with a physical set-built world to tell the story of the grieving 12-year-old Peter. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/cBlnYMq

HBO Max and Discovery+ Streamers to Merge as ‘Max’ https://ift.tt/BRToZkS Warner Bros. Discovery’s new destination for HBO Originals, Warner Bros. films, Max Originals, the DC universe, the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, an expansive offering of kid’s content, and programing across food, home, reality, lifestyle and documentaries from leading brands like HGTV, Food Network, Discovery Channel, TLC, ID and more, launches May 23. Laurén Alexa

Warner Bros. Discovery’s new destination for HBO Originals, Warner Bros. films, Max Originals, the DC universe, the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, an expansive offering of kid’s content, and programing across food, home, reality, lifestyle and documentaries from leading brands like HGTV, Food Network, Discovery Channel, TLC, ID and more, launches May 23. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/oJpis7I

Disney Drops New ‘Peter Pan & Wendy’ Trailer https://ift.tt/BRToZkS The reimagined J.M. Barrie classic stars dual protagonists Alexander Molony as Peter and Ever Anderson as Wendy, launching exclusively on Disney+ April 28. Laurén Alexa

The reimagined J.M. Barrie classic stars dual protagonists Alexander Molony as Peter and Ever Anderson as Wendy, launching exclusively on Disney+ April 28. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/Wng95aS

ITFS’ APD Announces ‘New Voices – New Stories’ Conference https://ift.tt/BRToZkS Part of the 17th Animation Production Days running April 26-28 in Stuttgart, the conference takes place on April 26 and offers animation professionals a platform to discuss current developments in the industry. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Part of the 17th Animation Production Days running April 26-28 in Stuttgart, the conference takes place on April 26 and offers animation professionals a platform to discuss current developments in the industry. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/m9TvnlK

First Teaser Image Shared for ‘The Continental’ Miniseries https://ift.tt/dZFQJ9S The sneak peek image for the ‘John Wick’ prequel series shows bloody elevator buttons with the ninth floor lit up, hinting at a plot point or showcasing what may be an important level. Laurén Alexa

The sneak peek image for the ‘John Wick’ prequel series shows bloody elevator buttons with the ninth floor lit up, hinting at a plot point or showcasing what may be an important level. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/A3wHaxt

Illumination Boss Chris Meledandri Says The Artistry In His Studio’s Films Is Often Overlooked https://ift.tt/dZFQJ9S Illumination's box office record is one thing, but Meledandri believes that "what is extraordinary is the artistry that is in these movies."

Illumination's box office record is one thing, but Meledandri believes that "what is extraordinary is the artistry that is in these movies." from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/zKqnMfO

Taika Waititi to Direct a Live-Action ‘Akira’ Film? https://ift.tt/dZFQJ9S After the ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ director’s untitled film was notably absent at last week’s Star Wars Celebration, Deadline reporter Justin Kroll posits the adaptation of the ‘best anime of all time’ is next on the docket. Laurén Alexa

After the ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ director’s untitled film was notably absent at last week’s Star Wars Celebration, Deadline reporter Justin Kroll posits the adaptation of the ‘best anime of all time’ is next on the docket. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/sQTORF0

Apple TV+ Reveals Earth Day Animation Line-Up https://ift.tt/dZFQJ9S The streamer celebrates with new programs, including ‘Jane’ an animated/live-action hybrid series about Dr. Jane Goodall’s work, and old favorites such as Peanuts Classics ‘It’s Arbor Day, Charlie Brown’ and Snoopy Presents, ‘It’s the Small Things, Charlie Brown.’ Debbie Diamond Sarto

The streamer celebrates with new programs, including ‘Jane’ an animated/live-action hybrid series about Dr. Jane Goodall’s work, and old favorites such as Peanuts Classics ‘It’s Arbor Day, Charlie Brown’ and Snoopy Presents, ‘It’s the Small Things, Charlie Brown.’ from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/pZKYFIA

Adult Swim’s ‘Metalocalypse: Army of the Doomstar’ and DETHKLOK Tour Set https://ift.tt/dZFQJ9S The hugely popular series’ on-screen band kicks off a nationwide tour ahead of the all-new animated feature film’s release later this year. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The hugely popular series’ on-screen band kicks off a nationwide tour ahead of the all-new animated feature film’s release later this year. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/UrmTkKD

Netflix Teases ‘Mulligan’ Adult Animated Comedy https://ift.tt/dZFQJ9S The new series from ‘30 Rock’s Robert Carlock, Sam Means, and Tina Fey follows a rag-tag band of survivors who must start Earth’s society from scratch after an alien destroys the planet; show hits the streamer next month. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The new series from ‘30 Rock’s Robert Carlock, Sam Means, and Tina Fey follows a rag-tag band of survivors who must start Earth’s society from scratch after an alien destroys the planet; show hits the streamer next month. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/PoiE8FO

Marvel Studios Drops ‘The Marvels’ Teaser Trailer https://ift.tt/dZFQJ9S Brie Larson returns as Captain Marvel this Fall alongside Teyonah Parris, Iman Vellani, Samuel L. Jackson, Zawe Ashton and Park Seo-joon. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Brie Larson returns as Captain Marvel this Fall alongside Teyonah Parris, Iman Vellani, Samuel L. Jackson, Zawe Ashton and Park Seo-joon. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/oPmG94v

Watch: AI-Assisted 'Critterz’ Animated Short https://ift.tt/dZFQJ9S OpenAI’s DALL-E created images and art for background settings and characters that were used in short employing animation, facial performance capture, music, and sound mixing – all for a science documentary gone awry. Debbie Diamond Sarto

OpenAI’s DALL-E created images and art for background settings and characters that were used in short employing animation, facial performance capture, music, and sound mixing – all for a science documentary gone awry. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/q8r0TcF

James Mangold, Dave Filoni to Direct New ‘Star Wars’ Films https://ift.tt/gLKU7fx Mangold to helm story set deep in franchise’s past, telling the tale of the first Jedi, while Filoni will cover the escalating war between the Imperial Remnant and the New Republic in a cinematic event that will weave together stories from the Disney+ original series. Laurén Alexa

Mangold to helm story set deep in franchise’s past, telling the tale of the first Jedi, while Filoni will cover the escalating war between the Imperial Remnant and the New Republic in a cinematic event that will weave together stories from the Disney+ original series. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/CwrlTUL

The Spotlight’s on Animation with New ‘Star Wars Celebration’ Reveals https://ift.tt/gLKU7fx London event showcases cast and filmmaker panels for animated series ‘Star Wars: The Bad Batch,’ ‘Star Wars: Visions’ Volume 2, and ‘Star Wars: The Clone Wars,’ plus trailer debuts and first two episode screening for ‘Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures.’ Debbie Diamond Sarto

London event showcases cast and filmmaker panels for animated series ‘Star Wars: The Bad Batch,’ ‘Star Wars: Visions’ Volume 2, and ‘Star Wars: The Clone Wars,’ plus trailer debuts and first two episode screening for ‘Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures.’ from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/0Z7Orfb

‘Stranger Things’ is Getting Animated https://ift.tt/gLKU7fx With Season 4 of the live-action phenomenon garnering 1.35 billion viewing hours in its first 28 days, Netflix is promising fans more strange days ahead with a new animated series. Debbie Diamond Sarto

With Season 4 of the live-action phenomenon garnering 1.35 billion viewing hours in its first 28 days, Netflix is promising fans more strange days ahead with a new animated series. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/Sh6dy7b

Sneak Peeks Galore for ‘Star Wars’ Series ‘The Acolyte,’ ‘Skeleton Crew,’ and ‘Ahsoka’ https://ift.tt/gLKU7fx The Star Wars Celebration event kicked off its opening day in London late last week with an insane amount of announcements, including teasers and updates for the three highly anticipated Disney+ original series. Laurén Alexa

The Star Wars Celebration event kicked off its opening day in London late last week with an insane amount of announcements, including teasers and updates for the three highly anticipated Disney+ original series. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/uI7YkHt

Bejuba! Entertainment Acquires ‘Grounded’ https://ift.tt/gLKU7fx Distributor scores worldwide distribution rights for kids’ animated buddy comedy about two amiable caterpillars who missed the butterfly call; series is created by Pipsqueak Animation and Hey Daisy Moon Productions. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Distributor scores worldwide distribution rights for kids’ animated buddy comedy about two amiable caterpillars who missed the butterfly call; series is created by Pipsqueak Animation and Hey Daisy Moon Productions. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/ZoFCB6m

Jetpack Adds ‘Panda and Kiwi’ to MIPTV Line-Up https://ift.tt/gLKU7fx The distributor nabs international rights to the 3DCG animated comedy adventure following Hehe the Panda and Kiki the Kiwi, who must work together to escape the island they are stranded on. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The distributor nabs international rights to the 3DCG animated comedy adventure following Hehe the Panda and Kiki the Kiwi, who must work together to escape the island they are stranded on. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/lY6GVEQ

‘Super Mario Bros. Movie’ Debuts With Historic Numbers At Home And Abroad; Biggest Illumination Opening Ever https://ift.tt/gLKU7fx Among a host of other achievements, it's the third-biggest three-day opening ever for an animated feature in the U.S.

Among a host of other achievements, it's the third-biggest three-day opening ever for an animated feature in the U.S. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/vkYoXuc

This Air Jordan Spec Ad Is Better Than Almost Any Real Nike Commercial https://ift.tt/jK8OfhB Director Michael Emry teamed with U.K. visual artist Troy Browne to put together the vibrant spot.

Director Michael Emry teamed with U.K. visual artist Troy Browne to put together the vibrant spot. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/rQFORvj

Home-Grown Animated Features Are Posting Strong Results In International Markets https://ift.tt/jK8OfhB You may have not heard much about them in the U.S. but don't overlook the successes of 'Mummies' (Spain), 'Mavka. The Forest Song' (Ukraine), and 'Katak, the Brave Beluga' (Canada).

You may have not heard much about them in the U.S. but don't overlook the successes of 'Mummies' (Spain), 'Mavka. The Forest Song' (Ukraine), and 'Katak, the Brave Beluga' (Canada). from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/ysloRhr

Guru Studio Announces ‘Spirits of Ridgeway High’ Animated Series https://ift.tt/jK8OfhB Studio teams up with cheerleading, dance team, and band apparel company Varsity Spirit and Foundation Media Partners on show about an optimistic cheerleader who wants to revive her school's spirit Debbie Diamond Sarto

Studio teams up with cheerleading, dance team, and band apparel company Varsity Spirit and Foundation Media Partners on show about an optimistic cheerleader who wants to revive her school's spirit from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/ka6lPRJ

'Joker: Folie à Deux' Wraps Filming, New Photos Revealed https://ift.tt/jK8OfhB Director Todd Philips has shared two official images of Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker and Lady Gaga’s Harley Quinn, following a recent release of set photos which revealed a very clownish look for Gaga. Laurén Alexa

Director Todd Philips has shared two official images of Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker and Lady Gaga’s Harley Quinn, following a recent release of set photos which revealed a very clownish look for Gaga. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/yNkuTQG

‘Red Iron Road’ Anthology Season 2 to Premiere at Annecy https://ift.tt/jK8OfhB New second season episode, ‘In The Heat,’ has been selected in the TV competition; animated thriller based on Russian ‘Queen of Horror’ Anna Starobinets’ short story follows a team of detectives as they interrogate a man disguised as Santa Clause about a horrific crime. Whitney Whitener

New second season episode, ‘In The Heat,’ has been selected in the TV competition; animated thriller based on Russian ‘Queen of Horror’ Anna Starobinets’ short story follows a team of detectives as they interrogate a man disguised as Santa Clause about a horrific crime. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/XEUxm4B

‘Harry Potter’ Reboot TV Series Reportedly Moving Forward https://ift.tt/FSHnVLQ According to sources close to Bloomberg, Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. is about to close a deal for the series, with different seasons each following one of the seven novels; series author J.K. Rowling will reportedly be involved, but not as a primary creator or showrunner. Laurén Alexa

According to sources close to Bloomberg, Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. is about to close a deal for the series, with different seasons each following one of the seven novels; series author J.K. Rowling will reportedly be involved, but not as a primary creator or showrunner. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/ULki73n

Podcast EP 203: How David Daniels Created Strata Cut Stop-Motion Animation https://ift.tt/FSHnVLQ The director, filmmaker, and Bent Image Lab Studio founder shares everything about the stopmo animation technique he created and how it will continue to live on as a unique art form. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The director, filmmaker, and Bent Image Lab Studio founder shares everything about the stopmo animation technique he created and how it will continue to live on as a unique art form. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/odBVsjf

Cartoons on the Bay Honors Peter Lord https://ift.tt/FSHnVLQ The British director, producer and Aardman Animations co-founder joins Israeli film director and producer Ari Folman as the second 2023 Career Award recipient announced this year; the International Festival of Animation, Transmedia and Meta-Arts takes place in Pescara May 31-June 4. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The British director, producer and Aardman Animations co-founder joins Israeli film director and producer Ari Folman as the second 2023 Career Award recipient announced this year; the International Festival of Animation, Transmedia and Meta-Arts takes place in Pescara May 31-June 4. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/w8F1CtJ

‘Looney Tunes Cartoons’ Season 5 Now Streaming on HBO Max https://ift.tt/FSHnVLQ Check out the promo - everyone’s favorite Looney Tune characters return in Warner Bros. Animation’s modern iteration of the classic series; 9 new episodes of Bugs and Friends just released. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Check out the promo - everyone’s favorite Looney Tune characters return in Warner Bros. Animation’s modern iteration of the classic series; 9 new episodes of Bugs and Friends just released. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/1My0nkt

Chris Meledandri Teases ‘Shrek 5,’ Donkey Spinoff https://ift.tt/FSHnVLQ The Illumination CEO and DreamWorks Animation creative partner has revealed plans for a soft reboot of the ‘Shrek’ franchise complete with the original voice cast, as well as the added possibility of a ‘Puss and Boots’-style spinoff for Donkey. Laurén Alexa

The Illumination CEO and DreamWorks Animation creative partner has revealed plans for a soft reboot of the ‘Shrek’ franchise complete with the original voice cast, as well as the added possibility of a ‘Puss and Boots’-style spinoff for Donkey. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/eDEuMHz

FutureDeluxe Brings ‘Brutal Collage’ to Björk’s ‘Fossora’ Music Video https://ift.tt/FSHnVLQ Using the title track of the singer’s latest album ‘Fossora,’ the experimental design studio depicted her performance within a dynamic, rotting, earthy mushroom world, bringing two parallel universes together in sync with the music. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Using the title track of the singer’s latest album ‘Fossora,’ the experimental design studio depicted her performance within a dynamic, rotting, earthy mushroom world, bringing two parallel universes together in sync with the music. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/NxA0b8S

Fest Anča 2023 Reveals Official Selections https://ift.tt/E5DBhHA Almost 230 films were selected to participate in this year’s event, including original contemporary domestic and international animation featuring films by renowned filmmakers and young emerging talent; the event runs June 29-July 7. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Almost 230 films were selected to participate in this year’s event, including original contemporary domestic and international animation featuring films by renowned filmmakers and young emerging talent; the event runs June 29-July 7. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/VySpfge

Adult Swim Drops ‘My Adventures with Superman’ Teaser Trailer https://ift.tt/E5DBhHA Jack Quaid stars in the animated serialized coming-of-age story of the Man of Steel and his relationships with Lois Lane and Jimmy Olsen; the show debuts this summer on Adult Swim and HBO Max. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Jack Quaid stars in the animated serialized coming-of-age story of the Man of Steel and his relationships with Lois Lane and Jimmy Olsen; the show debuts this summer on Adult Swim and HBO Max. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/yaUhcW7

Walt Disney Animation Studios Production Workers, Artists Hold Solidarity March As Studio Refuses To Recognize Bargaining Unit https://ift.tt/E5DBhHA It's been four weeks since a supermajority of production workers at WDAS voted to unionize.

It's been four weeks since a supermajority of production workers at WDAS voted to unionize. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/hONo1yG

Unreal Fest ANZ Goes Down Under https://ift.tt/E5DBhHA Epic Games brings the event way down South to help Unreal Engine users from Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia broaden their skills and build community. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Epic Games brings the event way down South to help Unreal Engine users from Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia broaden their skills and build community. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/aqlfp7D

Lionsgate’s ‘The Freak Brothers’ Season 1 Arrives on Digital April 17 https://ift.tt/E5DBhHA The adult animated series, based on Gilbert Shelton’s acclaimed underground comics, stars Woody Harrelson, Pete Davidson, John Goodman, and Tiffany Haddish as four pothead time travelers from the 1960s. Whitney Whitener

The adult animated series, based on Gilbert Shelton’s acclaimed underground comics, stars Woody Harrelson, Pete Davidson, John Goodman, and Tiffany Haddish as four pothead time travelers from the 1960s. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/vHwckDd

Suzuki Toshio Named Studio Ghibli President Amidst Misconduct Allegations https://ift.tt/E5DBhHA The studio co-founder has taken the reins from former president Hoshino Koji, who retired this week after alleging Suzuki misappropriated company funds. Laurén Alexa

The studio co-founder has taken the reins from former president Hoshino Koji, who retired this week after alleging Suzuki misappropriated company funds. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/7QRyEBN

PBS’ ‘Alma’s Way’ and ‘Donkey Hodie’ Get 2-Year Funding Renewal https://ift.tt/E5DBhHA Arthur Vining Davis Foundations extends grant for Fred Rogers Productions' kids' animated TV series, which promote core messages and learning goals in problem-solving skills, resilience, empathy, and other life skills. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Arthur Vining Davis Foundations extends grant for Fred Rogers Productions' kids' animated TV series, which promote core messages and learning goals in problem-solving skills, resilience, empathy, and other life skills. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/l6Cnb9A

How to create a LinkedIn video ad for Startups? https://ift.tt/XHhgA5l Linkedln is the perfect B2B space. You’ve 61 million executives active on the platform. And, a whopping 40 million of the audience are key decision-makers. That shows the potential of business you can find yourself doing on the platform. While Linkedln is proving to be gold for content creators, it’s also equally opportunistic for startups. After email, it’s the second big thing for B2B marketers. Keeping in view the potential for B2B space, we’ll focus specifically on how startups can leverage growth with Linkedln video ads. Are these truly effective? If yes, what can you do outperform others? Reading on you’ll discover; What kind of content works on Linkedin? Should you go mobile-first on Linkedin? How to create ad campaign for Linkedin? Benchmarks for ad campaign An overview of marketing funnel under Linkedin ads Linkedin ad specs and much more So, without further ado, let’s dive right in! What kind of content works on Linkedin? Following are five types of content that are super popular on Linkedin. Using these you can draw in more engagements and hopefully, build a strong presence on the platform over a period of time. Mini-blogs Images Videos Carousels E-books And, interestingly, you can even share third party content. The platform is not just about you. People are craving for quality content all the time. While you may be able to hook them for most of their time, you can’t be the entertainer every day. In that case, it would be better to repurpose content that has gone viral. Or you can even repost with your thoughts. That can help you show up daily without worrying about curating new content for each new post. Go Mobile-First When creating video content for LinkedIn, choose to be mobile-friendly. Know that 97% of audience in LinkedIn are mobile users. So, creating mobile-first content is a must. Aside from sleek UI and engaging UX, you need to pay special attention to the fact that most people watch ads and videos on mute. So, you want to include a subtitle or a script that is explanatory on its own. Or you can choose to have strong visuals as these won’t require you to be overtly creative with captions and the script. Linkedin video ads specs You can have video ads not exceeding 3 minutes and 30 seconds in length You can have a frame rate of 30 fps MP4 format is preferred 750 KB to 200 MB file sizes are acceptable Linkedln video ads best practices The cost per view or CPV is typically around $ 0.10 – $ 0.25. A view will add to your report when a viewer watches video for 3 seconds. This one thing is important to keep in mind while calculating a startup video production cost. A LinkedIn study shows that videos under 30 seconds have 200% better video completion rate than those with a length over 30 seconds. So, consider making videos under 30 seconds. Guide for startups to create content You’ll see marketers on LinkedIn creating ad campaigns around three stages of the marketing funnel; Awareness Thought Leadership Lead generation Most creators you see on LinkedIn would promote themselves for the purpose of an awareness campaign. As they begin to realize that there is a large target audience and stringent competition, they have no chance, but to differentiate. That’s why playing as a thought leader with content that establishes authority and promises value is so important. You can see thought leadership campaigns similar to those made for the consideration stage of the funnel. As people tend to recognize you as a thought leader, they look up to you for new insight in their domain of work. You can be quick to pick on a new trend and address their pain points. We can see the same happening across all socials where marketers have bombarded so much content around ChatGPT and how any aspiring marketer can leverage its potential to good use. Last, but not the least, we have lead generation ad campaigns. Now that you’ve already recognized a few creators as thought leaders, you’ll be more interested to engage with them directly. This could be possible by taking a course or signing up for their newsletter, or getting on with a consultation call. If you want more inspiration on what type of ads are best on Linkedln, here are some cool Linkedln video ads best examples. Linkedln ad metrics While launching ad campaigns successfully can be a part of your everyday job, there are certain campaign benchmarks, you should always eye for. The view-through rate is at 28.5%, whereas the CTR is at 0.35%. So, if you can attract clicks anywhere above 0.5%, then know that you’ve done really well. To achieve these benchmarks, we would advise you to keep the content short and concise. It is important to know that these CTR benchmarks are for website conversions which is mostly through landing pages. And, you can expect to have an engagement rate of 1.7%. Again, it’s just a benchmark. Depending upon the quality of content and virality of its topic, you might see a big upside. Final thoughts Let’s wrap this one up. Above we discussed how Linkedln has become a game changer for content creators in the B2B space. It’s not just cool for startup marketers, but it’s also the next big thing after email marketing. In fact, most startups are already leveraging Linkedln video content to bring in leads and grow their customer data. Next, we highlighted what kind of content works best on Linkedln and why you should (as a startup) consider sharing or repurposing content that has proven to be cool. Utilize time-tested strategies to good use. Moreover, we also shared some cool insights on why brands should focus more on going mobile-first. And, the need to create scripts or subtitles that can elicit a moment of awe from the audience as most people watch videos on mute. It should come as no surprise because of the guilt of scrolling phones in work premises. Lastly, we gave you an overview of the marketing funnel and what kind of video content you can choose to produce for each of the stages. The post How to create a LinkedIn video ad for Startups? appeared first on Animated Video Blog - Explainer Videos - Online Animated Marketing Video Production Services. admin

Linkedln is the perfect B2B space. You’ve 61 million executives active on the platform. And, a whopping 40 million of the audience are key decision-makers. That shows the potential of business you can find yourself doing on the platform. While Linkedln is proving to be gold for content creators, it’s also equally opportunistic for startups. After email, it’s the second big thing for B2B marketers. Keeping in view the potential for B2B space, we’ll focus specifically on how startups can leverage growth with Linkedln video ads. Are these truly effective? If yes, what can you do outperform others? Reading on you’ll discover; What kind of content works on Linkedin? Should you go mobile-first on Linkedin? How to create ad campaign for Linkedin? Benchmarks for ad campaign An overview of marketing funnel under Linkedin ads Linkedin ad specs and much more So, without further ado, let’s dive right in! What kind of content works on Linkedin? Following are five types of content th...

Josh Friedman to Pen ‘Fantastic Four’ Rewrite https://ift.tt/XHhgA5l The ‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ writer has taken the reins from former scribes Jeff Kaplan and Ian Springer, which signals a potential shift away from comedy towards a more serious sci-fi tone. Laurén Alexa

The ‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ writer has taken the reins from former scribes Jeff Kaplan and Ian Springer, which signals a potential shift away from comedy towards a more serious sci-fi tone. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/8JkGIKV

Union Launches Montreal VFX Facility https://ift.tt/XHhgA5l The London-based studio celebrates 15 years with its first international expansion after delivering VFX on projects such as ‘For All Mankind,’ ‘The Irregulars,’ and HBO Max’s award-winning ‘The Banshees of Inisherin.’ Debbie Diamond Sarto

The London-based studio celebrates 15 years with its first international expansion after delivering VFX on projects such as ‘For All Mankind,’ ‘The Irregulars,’ and HBO Max’s award-winning ‘The Banshees of Inisherin.’ from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/RF9AIyC

FLAMIN Animations Shorts Premiere at TNB XPO London https://ift.tt/XHhgA5l You can also watch them here - Round 2 of the Film London and Arts Council England commissioning program wrapped up with the artist animators debuting their work at The New Black Film Collective’s event; round 3 applications now open through May 22. Debbie Diamond Sarto

You can also watch them here - Round 2 of the Film London and Arts Council England commissioning program wrapped up with the artist animators debuting their work at The New Black Film Collective’s event; round 3 applications now open through May 22. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/W38BhfI

The New ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’ Trailer is as Funny and Visually Stunning as We Hoped! https://ift.tt/XHhgA5l He’s neither cow, nor dalmatian… he’s ‘The Spot,’ and he’s the new villain Miles Morales must face… along with his mom’s wrath for getting just a B in Spanish… and a sea of competing Spideys, in the snazzy, jazzy, and tantalizingly stylized trailer for the highly anticipated sequel, hitting theaters June 2. Dan Sarto

He’s neither cow, nor dalmatian… he’s ‘The Spot,’ and he’s the new villain Miles Morales must face… along with his mom’s wrath for getting just a B in Spanish… and a sea of competing Spideys, in the snazzy, jazzy, and tantalizingly stylized trailer for the highly anticipated sequel, hitting theaters June 2. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/AiMx4B9

Amuse Animation to Produce eOne’s First Direct-to-Digital Preschool Series https://ift.tt/XHhgA5l The boutique animation studio has produced 30+ original digital series, and worked on projects including 'Molang,' 'Louie,' and 'Tulipop.' Whitney Whitener

The boutique animation studio has produced 30+ original digital series, and worked on projects including 'Molang,' 'Louie,' and 'Tulipop.' from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/SJEkMtL

LOBO Animates an Adorable Sing-Along Ode to Pets https://ift.tt/XHhgA5l Brazilian pet food brand 374 Pets tapped the mixed media and animation studio, who working with local animation students to create ‘Universo 374,’ a 2D animated spot bringing furry, feathery, and scaly critters to life. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Brazilian pet food brand 374 Pets tapped the mixed media and animation studio, who working with local animation students to create ‘Universo 374,’ a 2D animated spot bringing furry, feathery, and scaly critters to life. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/SvBWjPp

Disney + Shares MCU’s ‘Secret Invasion’ Trailer and Poster https://ift.tt/LD9sm5g Last night, during ESPN’s Sunday Night Baseball, the streamer treated fans to a look at the new live-action espionage thriller starring Samuel Jackson, Ben Mendelsohn, Cobie Smulders, and Martin Freeman, premiering this June. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Last night, during ESPN’s Sunday Night Baseball, the streamer treated fans to a look at the new live-action espionage thriller starring Samuel Jackson, Ben Mendelsohn, Cobie Smulders, and Martin Freeman, premiering this June. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/yZubCJ7

Apple TV+ Drops ‘Jane’ Trailer https://ift.tt/LD9sm5g The new live-action/CGI animated hybrid series, inspired by the life and work of Dr. Jane Goodall, streams globally April 14. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The new live-action/CGI animated hybrid series, inspired by the life and work of Dr. Jane Goodall, streams globally April 14. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3Xh5Puf

Watch: Fan Favorite Webcomic ‘Lackadaisy’ is Now an Animated Short https://ift.tt/LD9sm5g Cartoonist Tracy Butler’s Eisner Award-nominated work has been adapted into a 27-minute film from Iron Circus Comics, starring Michael Kovach, Belsheber Rusape, Lisa Reimold, Ashe Wagner, and SungWon Cho, featuring Music from Sepiatonic. Laurén Alexa

Cartoonist Tracy Butler’s Eisner Award-nominated work has been adapted into a 27-minute film from Iron Circus Comics, starring Michael Kovach, Belsheber Rusape, Lisa Reimold, Ashe Wagner, and SungWon Cho, featuring Music from Sepiatonic. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/DChNy3o

Mickey Mouse Joins ‘Last Week Tonight’ As The Show Aims To Provoke Disney’s Copyright Lawyers https://ift.tt/LD9sm5g John Oliver wants to know how Disney plans to protect Mickey after the character hits the public domain in 2024.

John Oliver wants to know how Disney plans to protect Mickey after the character hits the public domain in 2024. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/ns7RIKl

Makoto Shinkai’s ‘Suzume’ Passes $200M At Global Box Office To Become Sixth-Highest-Grossing Anime Film Ever https://ift.tt/LD9sm5g The film’s impressive global box office run is sure to continue with markets in America and Europe debuting the film on April 13-14.

The film’s impressive global box office run is sure to continue with markets in America and Europe debuting the film on April 13-14. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/j9qxdN0

Nickelodeon Shares ‘Baby Shark’s Big Movie!’ Teaser Art and Cast https://ift.tt/LD9sm5g Celebrity voice lineup includes Ashley Tisdale, Aparna Nancherla, Ego Nwodim, Chloe Fineman, ENHYPEN, and Lance Bass; the animated feature based on the popular preschool series comes to Paramount+ in time for the holidays. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Celebrity voice lineup includes Ashley Tisdale, Aparna Nancherla, Ego Nwodim, Chloe Fineman, ENHYPEN, and Lance Bass; the animated feature based on the popular preschool series comes to Paramount+ in time for the holidays. from AWN Headline News https://www.awn.com/news/nickelodeon-shares-baby-sharks-big-movie-teaser-art-and-cast

E3 2023 Has Been Canceled https://ift.tt/GrNLtK7 Once North America's biggest gaming get-together, there are now major concerns that E3 may be gone for good.

Once North America's biggest gaming get-together, there are now major concerns that E3 may be gone for good. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/ZBC1IcP