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Paramount CEO Bob Bakish Steps Down, Will Receive $50 Million Severance Package https://ift.tt/RTcJaOo Bakish's departure happens as Paramount continues to negotiate a merger with Skydance Media.

Bakish's departure happens as Paramount continues to negotiate a merger with Skydance Media. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/nHjPbCs

Prime Focus Studios Announces ‘Ramayana’ Co-Production https://ift.tt/aoI7nlt Along with Monster Mind Creation, award-winning VFX and animation studio DNEG, and director Nitesh Tiwari, the team promises a retelling of the epic Indian saga in a ‘never-before-seen visual cinematic experience’ capturing Indian mythology and storytelling traditions. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Along with Monster Mind Creation, award-winning VFX and animation studio DNEG, and director Nitesh Tiwari, the team promises a retelling of the epic Indian saga in a ‘never-before-seen visual cinematic experience’ capturing Indian mythology and storytelling traditions. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/2mBfCvM

Paramount CEO Bob Bakish Steps Down, Will Receive $50 Million Severance Package https://ift.tt/RTcJaOo Bakish's departure happens as Paramount continues to negotiate a merger with Skydance Media.

Bakish's departure happens as Paramount continues to negotiate a merger with Skydance Media. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/nHjPbCs

Apple TV+ Shares ‘WondLa’ Animated Trilogy First Look https://ift.tt/BL8Zlye Skydance Animation’s new series, based on Tony DiTerlizzi’s best-selling books, follows Ava, a curious and enthusiastic teenager who has been raised in an underground bunker by her robot caretaker. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Skydance Animation’s new series, based on Tony DiTerlizzi’s best-selling books, follows Ava, a curious and enthusiastic teenager who has been raised in an underground bunker by her robot caretaker. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/qVoLdFr

How The School Of Visual Arts Sets Students Up For Success https://ift.tt/RTcJaOo From studio visits to guest speakers and an annual career fair, SVA provides a diverse array of opportunities for students to develop their professional voice in order to succeed.

From studio visits to guest speakers and an annual career fair, SVA provides a diverse array of opportunities for students to develop their professional voice in order to succeed. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/NT2Ldt1

Sage Steele Joins Voice Cast of DailyWire+ Animated Series ‘Mr. Birchum’ https://ift.tt/tUdKHzc The former ESPN anchor has replaced Candace Owens as the voice of Deena, after she exited the conservative news website last month over irreconcilable political differences with co-founder Ben Shapiro. Laurén Alexa

The former ESPN anchor has replaced Candace Owens as the voice of Deena, after she exited the conservative news website last month over irreconcilable political differences with co-founder Ben Shapiro. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/W7t3mAi

Netflix Shares First Look for Zack Snyder’s ‘Twilight of the Gods’ https://ift.tt/Nbejio3 The 2D animated series, which brings the illustrious director’s vision of ancient Norse mythology to life, hits the streamer this Fall. Laurén Alexa

The 2D animated series, which brings the illustrious director’s vision of ancient Norse mythology to life, hits the streamer this Fall. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/smCnayf

Paramount Delays ‘Aang: The Last Airbender’ Animated Feature https://ift.tt/NcPr4Jy Serving as the first of three planned standalone films, the project from Nickelodeon Animation, Paramount Animation, Avatar Studios and Flying Bark Productions will now premiere January 20, 2026. Laurén Alexa

Serving as the first of three planned standalone films, the project from Nickelodeon Animation, Paramount Animation, Avatar Studios and Flying Bark Productions will now premiere January 20, 2026. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/FGv7Opk

Animator Spotlight: Grant Simmons https://ift.tt/iElrCze Simmons did some of his funniest and most characteristic work during his MGM stint, working under the great Tex Avery.

Simmons did some of his funniest and most characteristic work during his MGM stint, working under the great Tex Avery. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/r1NHfW5

Dreamworks Announces Big-Screen Version Of ‘Gabby’s Dollhouse’ As Third Feature Of 2025 https://ift.tt/ZkUq456 A top preschool streaming series makes the leap to the big screen.

A top preschool streaming series makes the leap to the big screen. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/pQTsufc

Annecy 2024 Official Feature Film Selections Revealed https://ift.tt/K1Ss3Eu 12 animated features have been chosen to compete at this year's festival, including ‘Memoir of a Snail’ by Adam Elliot, ‘Rock Bottom by María Trénor,’ and ‘Savages’ by Claude Barras; the 48th edition of the festival runs June 9-15. Dan Sarto

12 animated features have been chosen to compete at this year's festival, including ‘Memoir of a Snail’ by Adam Elliot, ‘Rock Bottom by María Trénor,’ and ‘Savages’ by Claude Barras; the 48th edition of the festival runs June 9-15. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/rU5CpmJ

Chris Sanders And Crew To Preview ‘The Wild Robot’ Footage At Annecy https://ift.tt/I7jsCl9 In addition to the footage preview, there will be a panel about designing the film.

In addition to the footage preview, there will be a panel about designing the film. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/8WtZhfF

Lionsgate, Park Chan-wook to Develop English-Language ‘Oldboy’ Series https://ift.tt/XNatruC The show is based on the Japanese manga, which follows a man’s pulse-pounding journey for answers after he is kidnapped and held in a room for 15 years. Laurén Alexa

The show is based on the Japanese manga, which follows a man’s pulse-pounding journey for answers after he is kidnapped and held in a room for 15 years. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/r6ER0zs

Oscars Rule Change Allows New Consideration for International Animation Entries https://ift.tt/u246ZGY The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has unveiled multiple rule changes for the 97th Annual Academy Awards; among them, international feature films can now also be considered in the animated feature film category if they meet eligibility requirements. Laurén Alexa

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has unveiled multiple rule changes for the 97th Annual Academy Awards; among them, international feature films can now also be considered in the animated feature film category if they meet eligibility requirements. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/YsTOoGF

Digital Domain Launches Masquerade3 Markerless Facial Mocap System https://ift.tt/9XntNCE The company’s innovative technology promises faster results with reduced integration and per-shot rigging costs. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The company’s innovative technology promises faster results with reduced integration and per-shot rigging costs. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/9CDbzgi

SpinVFX Names Samir Hoon President and VFX Supervisor https://ift.tt/QwbOgTG The industry veteran spent 19 years at ILM, where he led the Singapore expansion, as well as 6 years at Netflix, before returning to Toronto. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The industry veteran spent 19 years at ILM, where he led the Singapore expansion, as well as 6 years at Netflix, before returning to Toronto. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/8U2Xk1L

Get Animated Announces ‘In Conversation’ Keynote Speakers https://ift.tt/0PiXyk8 U.K. Screen Alliance CEO Neil Hatton and the U.K. Department for Business and Trade head of Creative Industries Tendai Chetse take the stage at the animation conference, which runs May 1-2 in Birmingham. Debbie Diamond Sarto

U.K. Screen Alliance CEO Neil Hatton and the U.K. Department for Business and Trade head of Creative Industries Tendai Chetse take the stage at the animation conference, which runs May 1-2 in Birmingham. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/eqLfYnT

North Koreans May Be Animating Major U.S. Series For Warner Bros. And Amazon https://ift.tt/gBcdoSv New evidence suggests that parts of shows like Amazon's 'Invincible' and Max's upcoming 'Iyanu: Child of Wonder' were produced in North Korea.

New evidence suggests that parts of shows like Amazon's 'Invincible' and Max's upcoming 'Iyanu: Child of Wonder' were produced in North Korea. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/viQreLA

Chris Pratt Shares His Cat-Like Method Acting in ‘The Garfield Movie’ Vignette https://ift.tt/BoMuLha The voice of the film’s titular feline shows how he prepared for the role of a lifetime - the who, what, and why of his catness; Sony’s all-new 3DCG film hits theaters on May 24. Dan Sarto

The voice of the film’s titular feline shows how he prepared for the role of a lifetime - the who, what, and why of his catness; Sony’s all-new 3DCG film hits theaters on May 24. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/Qq3MDpU

Animator Spotlight: Grant Simmons https://ift.tt/fViQrlP Simmons did some of his funniest and most characteristic work during his MGM stint, working under the great Tex Avery.

Simmons did some of his funniest and most characteristic work during his MGM stint, working under the great Tex Avery. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/8UD0stJ

‘The Marvel Art of Russell Dauterman’ Celebrates a Decade of Amazing Work https://ift.tt/l07mVLv Coming from Clover Press, the new tome features iconic illustrations from ‘The Mighty Thor,’ ‘X-Men,’ ‘Scarlet Witch,’ and more; fans can order the boutique artbook through the Kickstarter campaign. Laurén Alexa

Coming from Clover Press, the new tome features iconic illustrations from ‘The Mighty Thor,’ ‘X-Men,’ ‘Scarlet Witch,’ and more; fans can order the boutique artbook through the Kickstarter campaign. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/XitxCgD

SIGGRAPH 2024 Registration Now Open https://ift.tt/GjpWThr The 51st annual conference, focusing on computer graphics, interactive techniques and technical innovation, returns to its origins in Denver, Colorado, running July 28 – August 1. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The 51st annual conference, focusing on computer graphics, interactive techniques and technical innovation, returns to its origins in Denver, Colorado, running July 28 – August 1. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/TCrdGE2

Netflix Reveals Expansive Annecy Program Filled with Sneak Peeks and Talks https://ift.tt/WelFTDx Zack Snyder’s ‘Twilight of the Gods,’ Aardman’s ‘Wallace & Gromit,’ and Shannon Tindle’s ‘Ultraman: Rising’ lead the streamer’s on-stage presentations showcasing many of its highly anticipated animated films and TV shows coming later this year and next. Dan Sarto

Zack Snyder’s ‘Twilight of the Gods,’ Aardman’s ‘Wallace & Gromit,’ and Shannon Tindle’s ‘Ultraman: Rising’ lead the streamer’s on-stage presentations showcasing many of its highly anticipated animated films and TV shows coming later this year and next. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/6vx9Twd

The Cartoon Brew Livestream: Julian Glander’s Indie CG Feature ‘Boys Go To Jupiter’ To Launch At Tribeca Film Festival https://ift.tt/6JTmzXN Cartoon Brew’s new livestream show airs every Friday morning.

Cartoon Brew’s new livestream show airs every Friday morning. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/Nm94PGW

Veteran VFX Artist Roger Dicken Passes at 84 https://ift.tt/tBf2X9I The British special effects artist, sculptor, and model maker known for his work on ‘Alien’ and ‘When Dinosaurs Ruled the Earth’ passed away in his North Wales home on February 18. Laurén Alexa

The British special effects artist, sculptor, and model maker known for his work on ‘Alien’ and ‘When Dinosaurs Ruled the Earth’ passed away in his North Wales home on February 18. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/ekA0K4b

Dave Bautista, Eric Nam Join Cast of ‘Aang: The Last Airbender’ Animated Feature https://ift.tt/VHLyd0D Serving as the first of three planned standalone films, the project from Nickelodeon Animation, Paramount Animation, Avatar Studios and Flying Bark Productions will premiere October 10, 2025. Laurén Alexa

Serving as the first of three planned standalone films, the project from Nickelodeon Animation, Paramount Animation, Avatar Studios and Flying Bark Productions will premiere October 10, 2025. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/XmjRqgb

Former FuseFX CTO and Co-Founder Jason Fotter Launches Bind Studio https://ift.tt/4jkYIO8 Running on AWS, the studio’s cloud-based platform services promise to streamline setup and configuration for VFX production with flexibility to scale up and down based on production needs. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Running on AWS, the studio’s cloud-based platform services promise to streamline setup and configuration for VFX production with flexibility to scale up and down based on production needs. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/rjKCTt0

Paramount’s ‘Transformers One’ Trailers Blast Off https://ift.tt/XPme7fx The 3DCG animated feature starring Chris Hemsworth, Brian Tyree Henry, and Scarlett Johansson tells the origin story of Orion Pax and D-16’s path from brothers-in-arms to becoming sworn enemies, Optimus Prime and Megatron; coming to theaters September 2024. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The 3DCG animated feature starring Chris Hemsworth, Brian Tyree Henry, and Scarlett Johansson tells the origin story of Orion Pax and D-16’s path from brothers-in-arms to becoming sworn enemies, Optimus Prime and Megatron; coming to theaters September 2024. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/VPj9EvG

Disney Imagineering Consultant and Artist Dan Goozee Passes at 80 https://ift.tt/M7ICyQB The creative, also known for his movie poster art and production illustrations on shows like ‘Battle for the Planet of the Apes’ and ‘Battlestar Galactica’ died of an age-related condition on April 7. Laurén Alexa

The creative, also known for his movie poster art and production illustrations on shows like ‘Battle for the Planet of the Apes’ and ‘Battlestar Galactica’ died of an age-related condition on April 7. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/8xhquvL

Stephanie Beatriz and Tim Meadows Join ‘Harry and the Mutant Mid-Century Furniture’ Voice Cast https://ift.tt/uswl06F Stars join Andy Richter, Matt Walsh and Seth Green in the upcoming animated comedy/sci-fi feature film set in the 1960s about a young boy named Harry, who is convinced that his dad, a chair designer, was abducted by aliens. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Stars join Andy Richter, Matt Walsh and Seth Green in the upcoming animated comedy/sci-fi feature film set in the 1960s about a young boy named Harry, who is convinced that his dad, a chair designer, was abducted by aliens. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/YnItNdo

VIEW Conference Launches ‘Art Challenge’ Competition https://ift.tt/gVhelM5 In celebration of the 25th anniversary of Italy’s premier animation and VFX event, artists are invited to submit poster designs for the competition; winner to receive a Wacom tablet and have their work prominently displayed online and at the upcoming conference, which runs October 14-19 in Turin. Debbie Diamond Sarto

In celebration of the 25th anniversary of Italy’s premier animation and VFX event, artists are invited to submit poster designs for the competition; winner to receive a Wacom tablet and have their work prominently displayed online and at the upcoming conference, which runs October 14-19 in Turin. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/cvYEwWQ

Comedy Central Orders ‘Golden Axe’ Animated Series https://ift.tt/IPDL08A Mike McMahan (‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’, ‘Solar Opposites’) co-writes/executive produces the homage to the popular 1989 Sega video game; all-star voice cast includes Matthew Rhys, Danny Pudi, Lisa Gilroy, Liam McIntyre and Carl Tart. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Mike McMahan (‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’, ‘Solar Opposites’) co-writes/executive produces the homage to the popular 1989 Sega video game; all-star voice cast includes Matthew Rhys, Danny Pudi, Lisa Gilroy, Liam McIntyre and Carl Tart. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/5DXz7Nq

Animated Short ‘Las Nogas’ Gets NY Premiere https://ift.tt/jTHLrdJ Catya Plate’s award-winning stop-motion short screens as part of the ‘Environmentally Speaking Bloc’ at the Queens World Film Festival, running April 17-27; tickets are now available. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Catya Plate’s award-winning stop-motion short screens as part of the ‘Environmentally Speaking Bloc’ at the Queens World Film Festival, running April 17-27; tickets are now available. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/ouZyFhG

Seth Green and Tracy Falco to Produce ‘Meerkat Manor’ Animated Feature https://ift.tt/xVGgPBh Warner Bros. Pictures Animation announced the 3DCG adaptation of the hugely popular Animal Planet docu-series, taking the Whiskers family on all-new animated adventures. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Warner Bros. Pictures Animation announced the 3DCG adaptation of the hugely popular Animal Planet docu-series, taking the Whiskers family on all-new animated adventures. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/BtPIvxy

Sony Drops ‘The Garfield Movie’ Official Music Video ‘Let It Roll’ https://ift.tt/wT6KWi0 Watch the new short, as Keith Urban and Snoop Dogg let it roll… and let it ride in their ode to the Monday-hating, lasagna-loving indoor cat; the animated comedy pounces into theaters May 24. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Watch the new short, as Keith Urban and Snoop Dogg let it roll… and let it ride in their ode to the Monday-hating, lasagna-loving indoor cat; the animated comedy pounces into theaters May 24. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/AMiZIfN

Podcast EP 250: Rand Fishkin and How He's Funding Snackbar Indie Game Studio https://ift.tt/7Nr1Xqt Studio co-founder and CEO discusses his jump to the world of video games, how he’s funding the endeavor and 3 critical things that will lead to a video game’s success. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Studio co-founder and CEO discusses his jump to the world of video games, how he’s funding the endeavor and 3 critical things that will lead to a video game’s success. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/P0NpA2e

Netflix Shares ‘Thelma the Unicorn’ Trailer https://ift.tt/FBpk5hM Musician and solo artist Brittany Howard stars as Thelma, a small-time pony who dreams of becoming a glamorous music star; the 3DCG musical, based on the books of Aaron Blabey, hits the streamer May 17. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Musician and solo artist Brittany Howard stars as Thelma, a small-time pony who dreams of becoming a glamorous music star; the 3DCG musical, based on the books of Aaron Blabey, hits the streamer May 17. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/OrP3Na6

Stop-Motion Studio Factory Transmedia Declares Bankruptcy https://ift.tt/B3IeJj4 The studio behind ‘The Clangers’ and the first season of ‘The Tiny Chef Show’ has already laid off eight staff members, with puppets and studio equipment headed to auction after ‘challenging market conditions’ shuttered the company.  Laurén Alexa

The studio behind ‘The Clangers’ and the first season of ‘The Tiny Chef Show’ has already laid off eight staff members, with puppets and studio equipment headed to auction after ‘challenging market conditions’ shuttered the company.  from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/ef7SEwD

Beavis & Butt-Head Sketch Cracks Up ‘Saturday Night Live’ Cast https://ift.tt/LQuqU8A The iconic cartoon duo made the leap to live action on 'SNL' with memorable results.

The iconic cartoon duo made the leap to live action on 'SNL' with memorable results. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/j0kehUD

‘The Tiny Chef Show’ Stop-Motion Studio Factory Transmedia Declares Bankruptcy https://ift.tt/LQuqU8A The Manchester area studio was also behind the high-profile reboot of 'The Clangers.'

The Manchester area studio was also behind the high-profile reboot of 'The Clangers.' from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/yC306r8

The Cartoon Brew Livestream: ‘Coyote Vs. Acme’ Update And Icon Workers Want To Unionize https://ift.tt/0mIpVSj Cartoon Brew’s new livestream show airs every Friday morning on our Youtube channel. Watch today’s episode below – relevant links to items discussed on the show are below. And please … Continued

Cartoon Brew’s new livestream show airs every Friday morning on our Youtube channel. Watch today’s episode below – relevant links to items discussed on the show are below. And please … Continued from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/p0f2PYI

‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ to End with Season 5, ‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ Renewed https://ift.tt/Y4dcGgi Paramount+ has just announced the upcoming season of Mike McMahan’s 2D animated comedy will be its last, while a fourth season of the Anson Mount and Rebecca Romijn live-action starrer has been ordered ahead of its 2025 third season premiere. Dan Sarto

Paramount+ has just announced the upcoming season of Mike McMahan’s 2D animated comedy will be its last, while a fourth season of the Anson Mount and Rebecca Romijn live-action starrer has been ordered ahead of its 2025 third season premiere. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/9gUvZF1

Jon Snow ‘Game of Thrones’ Prequel No Longer in Development https://ift.tt/K9AlXdz The series never gained traction after being shelved during the WGA strike, with actor Kit Harrington revealing, ‘it’s off the table,’ because the team, ‘couldn’t find the right story to tell.’ Laurén Alexa

The series never gained traction after being shelved during the WGA strike, with actor Kit Harrington revealing, ‘it’s off the table,’ because the team, ‘couldn’t find the right story to tell.’ from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/Vj8TMfB

Exceptional Minds Announces Summer 2024 Workshops https://ift.tt/1LarU2n The academy prepares young adults on the autism spectrum for careers in animation, visual effects and 3D gaming; summer registration deadline is April 19. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The academy prepares young adults on the autism spectrum for careers in animation, visual effects and 3D gaming; summer registration deadline is April 19. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/TA5oEdb

Supercell Celebrates ‘Boom Beach’ 10th Anniversary with ‘#Boomiversary’ Campaign https://ift.tt/XPzYEBH The Finnish gaming giant, with Waste Creative and in-house production studio This Thing of Ours, create a 60-sec animation that showcases a miniature diorama and a scene from the game brought to life on a 1-meter high cake with help from Emma Jayne Cake Design. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The Finnish gaming giant, with Waste Creative and in-house production studio This Thing of Ours, create a 60-sec animation that showcases a miniature diorama and a scene from the game brought to life on a 1-meter high cake with help from Emma Jayne Cake Design. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/Cor4ybA

Renderman V26 Now Available https://ift.tt/7vcsezq Newest version includes enhanced technology features such as XPU Advancements and Interactive Denoising; core improvements include faster instancing and texture read parallelism and improvements in RenderMan's Stylized Looks toolset for enhanced creative control. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Newest version includes enhanced technology features such as XPU Advancements and Interactive Denoising; core improvements include faster instancing and texture read parallelism and improvements in RenderMan's Stylized Looks toolset for enhanced creative control. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/7K2Gnxh

Pitch Black Names Mikaël Damant-Sirois VP of Operations https://ift.tt/Pg7XyHh The parent company of VFX studios FuseFX, FOLKS, Rising Sun Pictures, and El Ranchito brings onboard the former Rodeo FX VP of Creative Operations to promote cross-brand integration, streamline processes, enhance collaboration between teams, and optimize global operations. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The parent company of VFX studios FuseFX, FOLKS, Rising Sun Pictures, and El Ranchito brings onboard the former Rodeo FX VP of Creative Operations to promote cross-brand integration, streamline processes, enhance collaboration between teams, and optimize global operations. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/cPXORZ4

Apple Is Rebooting ‘Yo Gabba Gabba!’ With A New Series, ‘Yo Gabba GabbaLand!’ https://ift.tt/1zqjx6K The new 10-episode series will premiere in August.

The new 10-episode series will premiere in August. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/KC0woDQ

Viva Pictures Is Offering 2-For-1 Movie Tickets To Children For Its Upcoming Theatrical Releases https://ift.tt/1zqjx6K The program, called Kiddo Kompanion Pass, aims to make the theatrical experience more affordable for families.

The program, called Kiddo Kompanion Pass, aims to make the theatrical experience more affordable for families. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/u3YZXdK

A Deep Dive Into 3D Animation Production With ‘Ink’ Directors Joost Van Den Bosch And Erik Verkerk https://ift.tt/1zqjx6K A 2d version of the charming aquatic short 'Ink' is now available online.

A 2d version of the charming aquatic short 'Ink' is now available online. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/9QMaFx4

Warner Bros. Drops First Teaser Trailer for ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’ https://ift.tt/JYcRk5M The gritty ’80s jukebox musical, which centers on the romantic relationship between Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker and Lady Gaga’s Harley Quinn, dances into theaters October 4. Laurén Alexa

The gritty ’80s jukebox musical, which centers on the romantic relationship between Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker and Lady Gaga’s Harley Quinn, dances into theaters October 4. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/0aGFXzr

HaZimation Sets ‘Max Beyond’ Digital Release https://ift.tt/WFkVJ72 The animated action-thriller, created entirely in Unreal Engine, follows Max, a boy held captive who tries to use his ability to create rifts in space and time to escape; available in the U.K. April 22 and the U.S. April 23 with spin-off video game coming mid-2025. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The animated action-thriller, created entirely in Unreal Engine, follows Max, a boy held captive who tries to use his ability to create rifts in space and time to escape; available in the U.K. April 22 and the U.S. April 23 with spin-off video game coming mid-2025. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/O4atfd0

‘The Fantastic Four’ Finds its Silver Surfer https://ift.tt/5SFbG2N Julia Garner joins Marvel’s remake that stars Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards (Mister Fantastic), Vanessa Kirby as Susan Storm (The Invisible Woman), Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm (The Thing), and Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm (The Human Torch); the film flies into theaters July 25, 2025.  Laurén Alexa

Julia Garner joins Marvel’s remake that stars Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards (Mister Fantastic), Vanessa Kirby as Susan Storm (The Invisible Woman), Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm (The Thing), and Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm (The Human Torch); the film flies into theaters July 25, 2025.  from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/oRasOJi

Drew Goddard to Direct ‘Matrix 5,’ Lana Wachowski to Executive Produce https://ift.tt/ih2jNd4 Although plot details remain firmly under wraps, the film promises to honor ‘what Lana and Lilly began over 25 years ago,’ while ‘offering a unique perspective.’ Laurén Alexa

Although plot details remain firmly under wraps, the film promises to honor ‘what Lana and Lilly began over 25 years ago,’ while ‘offering a unique perspective.’ from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/VmPpaKc

Chaos Reveals Project Arena, Alternative to Game Engines for Virtual Production https://ift.tt/Vq5BON4 The new toolset enables the moving of 3D scenes quickly from industry-standard creation tools onto LED screens without the slow data conversion process. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The new toolset enables the moving of 3D scenes quickly from industry-standard creation tools onto LED screens without the slow data conversion process. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/5UHrion

Disney Shakes Up Release Slate, Live-Action ‘Moana’ Delayed https://ift.tt/k9BA4Tb The feature adaptation of the original animated feature has moved from June 27, 2025 to July 10, 2026, while the animated ‘Moana 2’ sequel will still premiere November 27, 2024; the anticipated ‘The Mandalorian & Grogu’ has been confirmed for a 2026 release. Laurén Alexa

The feature adaptation of the original animated feature has moved from June 27, 2025 to July 10, 2026, while the animated ‘Moana 2’ sequel will still premiere November 27, 2024; the anticipated ‘The Mandalorian & Grogu’ has been confirmed for a 2026 release. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/QMxfpkH

Crunchyroll Shares ‘That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime’ Season 3 Trailer https://ift.tt/g1oymbY The popular anime series picks up with Rimuru and their nation of Jura Tempest Federation facing new threats and challenges while navigating the complexities of diplomacy, conflict, and growth. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The popular anime series picks up with Rimuru and their nation of Jura Tempest Federation facing new threats and challenges while navigating the complexities of diplomacy, conflict, and growth. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/edH5WjD

‘Harry Potter: Visions of Magic’ Headed to Singapore https://ift.tt/muqxD7s Resorts World Sentosa will host the unique multimedia spectacle, which made its international debut in Germany; 10,000 square feet of expanded space are being added when the event opens Fall 2024. Laurén Alexa

Resorts World Sentosa will host the unique multimedia spectacle, which made its international debut in Germany; 10,000 square feet of expanded space are being added when the event opens Fall 2024. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/YK1HXVj

FMX 2024 Shares Another Round of Program Updates https://ift.tt/doJnLQF Attendees can explore the stylistic design choices behind ‘Kung Fu Panda 4’ and gain insight into artistic and technological innovations developed for ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire;’ 4-day event kicks off in Stuttgart on April 23, 2024. Debbie Diamond Sarto

Attendees can explore the stylistic design choices behind ‘Kung Fu Panda 4’ and gain insight into artistic and technological innovations developed for ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire;’ 4-day event kicks off in Stuttgart on April 23, 2024. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3WFEgfj

OIAF Reveals 2024 Edition Poster by Lei Lei https://ift.tt/F0Bfvu6 The experimental artist creates an ‘ode to the wild creative process of an animator’ for the upcoming animation festival, returning to Ottawa September 25-29  Debbie Diamond Sarto

The experimental artist creates an ‘ode to the wild creative process of an animator’ for the upcoming animation festival, returning to Ottawa September 25-29  from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/PnJWOzG

‘The Donn Of Tiki’: How 2D And Stop-Motion Animation Elevate This Documentary About The Creator Of Tiki Culture https://ift.tt/NWh4jzO Filmmakers needed multiple animation styles to convey the many ways that Donn Beach re-invented himself in the mid-20th Century.

Filmmakers needed multiple animation styles to convey the many ways that Donn Beach re-invented himself in the mid-20th Century. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/YBQ3Frc

Henson Creature Shop Innovator David Barrington Holt Passes at 79 https://ift.tt/aEn8DzA The long-time leader of The Jim Henson Company’s first Creature Shop in Los Angeles, whose pioneering work included development of the ground-breaking Henson Performance Control System that revolutionized computer-driven puppetry, died of cancer on March 13. Dan Sarto

The long-time leader of The Jim Henson Company’s first Creature Shop in Los Angeles, whose pioneering work included development of the ground-breaking Henson Performance Control System that revolutionized computer-driven puppetry, died of cancer on March 13. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/03z9SoO

Universal Drops New Trailer for ‘Abigail’ https://ift.tt/9OGXjFQ From Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, the directing team behind ‘Ready or Not,’ 2022’s ‘Scream,’ and ‘Scream VI,’ comes a blood-thirsty new vision for vampire flicks featuring a monstrous little girl, out April 19.  Debbie Diamond Sarto

From Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, the directing team behind ‘Ready or Not,’ 2022’s ‘Scream,’ and ‘Scream VI,’ comes a blood-thirsty new vision for vampire flicks featuring a monstrous little girl, out April 19.  from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/c3FlrIC

Disney + Drops ‘Star Wars: Tales of the Empire’ Trailer https://ift.tt/FEVSNMw The 2nd installment of the ‘Tales’ series journeys into the Galactic Empire through the eyes of two warriors on divergent paths set during different eras; debuts May 4 - ‘Star Wars Day.’ Debbie Diamond Sarto

The 2nd installment of the ‘Tales’ series journeys into the Galactic Empire through the eyes of two warriors on divergent paths set during different eras; debuts May 4 - ‘Star Wars Day.’ from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/wbGXnyh

Olivia Wilde, Margot Robbie Team for ‘Avengelyne’ Feature Adaptation https://ift.tt/FyCAY9o Film will feature an angel - a comic book character co-created by Rob Liefeld in 1995 - who battles demons and monsters in her fight against evil; no word yet on who will play the supernatural warrior. Laurén Alexa

Film will feature an angel - a comic book character co-created by Rob Liefeld in 1995 - who battles demons and monsters in her fight against evil; no word yet on who will play the supernatural warrior. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/Xm3i8tq

LAIKA Pledges $60K to PCC to Promote Equity in the Arts https://ift.tt/yQZlCI3 The award-winning animation studio’s transformative partnership with Portland Community College establishes scholarship and program funds supporting the creation of an ‘Animation & Motion Graphics’ associate degree. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The award-winning animation studio’s transformative partnership with Portland Community College establishes scholarship and program funds supporting the creation of an ‘Animation & Motion Graphics’ associate degree. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/XxOEf3Y

Pink Floyd's ‘The Dark Side of The Moon’ Animation Competition Winners Announced https://ift.tt/IJMuK7j 10 winning films will roll out daily through April 7; ‘Brain Damage’ takes 1st place and £100,000 prize, while ‘Time’ takes 2nd place and £25,000. Debbie Diamond Sarto

10 winning films will roll out daily through April 7; ‘Brain Damage’ takes 1st place and £100,000 prize, while ‘Time’ takes 2nd place and £25,000. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/P2SXo6f

2024 Quirino Awards Finalists Announced https://ift.tt/Tkbm18N The Oscar-nominated animated feature ‘Robot Dreams’ leads the competition in 3 categories for the Ibero-American Animation Quirino Awards 2024 Edition; winners to be announced May 11 in ceremony on the island of Tenerife. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The Oscar-nominated animated feature ‘Robot Dreams’ leads the competition in 3 categories for the Ibero-American Animation Quirino Awards 2024 Edition; winners to be announced May 11 in ceremony on the island of Tenerife. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/RxrVFTi

Lupus Films Drops ‘Kensuke’s Kingdom’ Trailer https://ift.tt/fyGM97w The 3-time BAFTA Award-winning animated film directed by Neil Boyle and Kirk Hendry follows the saga of a young boy swept overboard on a family sailing trip who washes ashore on a remote island; the feature will screen at Marche du Film/Festival des Cannes in May. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The 3-time BAFTA Award-winning animated film directed by Neil Boyle and Kirk Hendry follows the saga of a young boy swept overboard on a family sailing trip who washes ashore on a remote island; the feature will screen at Marche du Film/Festival des Cannes in May. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/CrP04LA

Disney Defeats Billionaire’s Attempt To Take Over Its Board Seats https://ift.tt/xI86MZz CEO Bob Iger says Disney can now return to its main priorities: "[G]rowth and value creation for our shareholders and creative excellence for our consumers."

CEO Bob Iger says Disney can now return to its main priorities: "[G]rowth and value creation for our shareholders and creative excellence for our consumers." from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/uPGRqgn

Netflix Acquires Streaming Rights for ‘The Boy and the Heron’ https://ift.tt/XMwWT7J Streamer inks multiyear deal for rights to the Oscar-winning film, along with 22 other Studio Ghibli films, outside the U.S. and Japan, including Oscar-winning and -nominated films ‘Spirited Away,’ ‘Princess Mononoke,’ ‘Arrietty,’ ‘Kiki’s Delivery Service,’ ‘My Neighbor Totoro,’ and ‘The Tale of The Princess Kaguya.’ Laurén Alexa

Streamer inks multiyear deal for rights to the Oscar-winning film, along with 22 other Studio Ghibli films, outside the U.S. and Japan, including Oscar-winning and -nominated films ‘Spirited Away,’ ‘Princess Mononoke,’ ‘Arrietty,’ ‘Kiki’s Delivery Service,’ ‘My Neighbor Totoro,’ and ‘The Tale of The Princess Kaguya.’ from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/upY2bvx

Shout! Studios Announces ‘Digimon Adventure 02: The Beginning’ Home Release https://ift.tt/Bp1adnr The movie, based on the TV sequel series, comes to Blu-ray+ DVD and digital June 11 with original Japanese and English Dubs, ‘Digimon Liberator’ Promotion Pack, and special intro by director Tomohisa Taguchi; available for pre-order now. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The movie, based on the TV sequel series, comes to Blu-ray+ DVD and digital June 11 with original Japanese and English Dubs, ‘Digimon Liberator’ Promotion Pack, and special intro by director Tomohisa Taguchi; available for pre-order now. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/LWZagkv

Axis Studios Names Rose Hancock Executive Producer https://ift.tt/SvJl5Rd The animation and VFX studio adds the 18-year industry veteran to help manage and expand its client base. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The animation and VFX studio adds the 18-year industry veteran to help manage and expand its client base. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/a4Hbi6I

Watch Cartoon Saloon’s Founders Celebrate 25 Years In Anecdote-Filled Q&A https://ift.tt/xI86MZz Paul Young, Nora Twomey, and Tomm Moore sat down with the BFI to discuss the storied history of their five-time Oscar-nominated studio.

Paul Young, Nora Twomey, and Tomm Moore sat down with the BFI to discuss the storied history of their five-time Oscar-nominated studio. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/8GSwe9H

Apple TV+ Drops ‘Jane’ Season 2 Trailer https://ift.tt/TifMcke The live-action/3DCG animated hybrid series, inspired by the life and work of Dr. Jane Goodall, returns with a new five-episode season on April 19. Dan Sarto

The live-action/3DCG animated hybrid series, inspired by the life and work of Dr. Jane Goodall, returns with a new five-episode season on April 19. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/JaSrYL7

Podcast EP 248: Catino World & Animating Cat Memes as A Career https://ift.tt/CBWJoGu The creator of Catino World’s bouncy, orange meme cats shares how COVID lockdown unemployment led him to social media success, allowing him to be a self-supporting full-time artist. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The creator of Catino World’s bouncy, orange meme cats shares how COVID lockdown unemployment led him to social media success, allowing him to be a self-supporting full-time artist. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/wGOZcB3

Watch ‘Disney Junior’s Ariel’ Teaser https://ift.tt/Kbt1meh To celebrate this past Friday’s International Mermaid Day,’ Disney Branded Television shared a new video of its all-new preschool animated musical series inspired by ‘The Little Mermaid’s timeless tale follows the young mermaid princess on fun-filled, action-packed mermaid adventures; coming Summer 2024. Debbie Diamond Sarto

To celebrate this past Friday’s International Mermaid Day,’ Disney Branded Television shared a new video of its all-new preschool animated musical series inspired by ‘The Little Mermaid’s timeless tale follows the young mermaid princess on fun-filled, action-packed mermaid adventures; coming Summer 2024. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/BobCu0I

WBD Drops First Acme Fools Celebration ‘ACME Bootcamp’ Video https://ift.tt/yhUSHCB The company’s 1-month celebration of iconic ‘Looney Tunes’ features videos with elite athletes getting ‘Looney,’ defying laws of gravity and physics to get fit, with a special TikTok social filter that takes fans through a game-ified experiences like ‘Catch the Anvils.’ Debbie Diamond Sarto

The company’s 1-month celebration of iconic ‘Looney Tunes’ features videos with elite athletes getting ‘Looney,’ defying laws of gravity and physics to get fit, with a special TikTok social filter that takes fans through a game-ified experiences like ‘Catch the Anvils.’ from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/M4J9cOj

Adult Swim Releases ‘April Fools 2024: Smiling Friends’ https://ift.tt/jiv6TPf The network dropped three unexpected episodes, each recreated in various styles of puppetry, of Michael Cusack and Zach Hadel’s animated comedy about a company tasked with bringing happiness to a bizarre yet colorful world. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The network dropped three unexpected episodes, each recreated in various styles of puppetry, of Michael Cusack and Zach Hadel’s animated comedy about a company tasked with bringing happiness to a bizarre yet colorful world. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/1h95CwY

Oscar-Winning VFX Supervisor Tim McGovern Passes at 68 https://ift.tt/xdRFvUL Known for his work on ‘Total Recall,’ the visual effects artist, filmmaker, and VES 2023 Founders Award recipient passed away peacefully in his sleep. Laurén Alexa

Known for his work on ‘Total Recall,’ the visual effects artist, filmmaker, and VES 2023 Founders Award recipient passed away peacefully in his sleep. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/LmKEhGb

New York Yankee Captain Aaron Judge Joins ‘Rubble & Crew’ https://ift.tt/F92aVRY The American League MVP voices himself in the special episode ‘The Crew Builds a Ballpark’ coming this summer to Nickelodeon, Corus’ Treehouse and STACKTV. Debbie Diamond Sarto

The American League MVP voices himself in the special episode ‘The Crew Builds a Ballpark’ coming this summer to Nickelodeon, Corus’ Treehouse and STACKTV. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/hT5FRG6