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The ‘Lodge 49’ showrunner is joined by Atomic Monster’s James Wan, Michael Clear, and Rob Hackett, who will executive produce. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/bl5RGPz

The Pixelworks team worked closely with the DreamWorks Animation filmmakers to fine-tune and enhance the motion look of all action, shot by shot, in post-production while keeping the cinematic look and feel intact. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/aeiG9Am

Major broadcasters including Warner Bros. Discovery, France Television and Super RTL have acquired the rights for the series, which stars the adorable critters from its global hit series ‘Grizzy & The Lemmings.’ from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/j7CWA6i

The long gestating Netflix project has officially started production after years in limbo, with a previous version under the creative direction of the Russo Brothers scrapped in 2021. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/mbDkU8M

The ‘Dreamgirls’ actress and the comedienne known for her voice work on ‘Soul’ and ‘Zootopia 2’ will star alongside Mckenna Grace, who returns to the franchise as the voice of Skye. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/sDRiYTd

Gianluigi Toccafondo takes home the Grand Prize for short animation, while Gintz Zilbalodis takes home the Grand Prize for feature animation, at the 48th annual Ottawa International Animation Festival. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/tJNf3Hn

For Shah, it wasn't just about 'how to create an animated revival of a live-action series, but 'why.' from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/9jMD1K2

The London-based post facility’s use of SGO’s advanced automated workflow yields increased efficiency, reduced manual interventions, and uncompromised quality. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/KydR9jo

This collaboration, leveraging AWS's advanced cloud infrastructure and generative AI and machine learning services, aims to propel the evolution and global reach of Digital Domain's AVH technology and expand its use for multiple industries, including entertainment, gaming, healthcare, hospitality, and commercial applications. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/01FOW28

Last year, Cameron had warned against the dangers of artificial intelligence. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/4p0ZG21

Ana de Armas joins the murky, fiendish and bloody world of assassins, circa ‘John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum,’ in the action-packed origin story of Eve Macarro and the traditions of the Ruska Roma; hitting theaters June 5, 2025. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/VErUowS

The second installment of the hit 3DCG animated series, which follows ‘The Nublar Six’ as they navigate a world filled with dinosaurs, debuts October 17 on Netflix. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/zDlBpfb

The ‘Inside Out 2’ mockumentary-style limited spinoff series ‘Dream Productions’ premieres December 11, while ‘Win or Lose’ hits the streamer February 19, 2025. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/5nijDK8

The clock is ticking and Velma’s friends have just 24 hours to bring her back while trying to avoid the wrath of a vengeful spirit; the Max Original animated special streams October 3. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/uxtadA8

The leading animation studio’s first foray into tabletop role playing games kicks off its crowdfunding campaign on October 8, 2024, with expected fulfillment by Spring 2025. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/vcq3KR2

The new live-action CGI series from Sinking Ship Entertainment follows Dex, who along with his neighbor, goes on hilariously fun explorations to study dinosaurs; first 9 episodes debut October 20 with more coming in 2025. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/vVElZHq

Watch the trailer for the 13-episode season featuring the storytelling brand’s characters Blue Cat, Chugs and friends; premieres September 26 on Cool Cats’ YouTube channel. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/XNmR0lk

The new trailers for the anime adaptation of Yukinobu Tatsu's manga focus on key show themes, such as ‘battle,’ ‘love,’ and the ‘occult;’ the series releases worldwide on ADN, Crunchyroll, Hulu, Muse, and Netflix on October 3. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/712y5ld

Florence Pugh stars as the ‘down in the dumps’ assassin leader of the MCU’s most unlikely band of misfits in the Jake Schreier film, coming to U.S. theaters May 2025. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/aLvxkl4

We return to the visually stunning, often brutal ancient Roman world of Sir Ridley Scott's Oscar-winning ‘Gladiator,’ in the long-awaited sequel, coming to theaters November 22. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/YMaEAlu

The animated adventure-comedy preschool series, which follows a team of half-monster - half-rescue vehicle heroes debuts October 14 on Netflix. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/UHmxFce

Jonathan Nolan, Fede Alvarez, Kelsey Mann, and Chris Sanders are just a few of the top speakers who’ll be attending as the English-speaking event celebrates its 25th anniversary, bringing together industry professionals, students, and enthusiasts in a celebration of the latest achievements in animation, VFX, and games; the event runs October 14-19 in the beautiful baroque city of Turin, Italy. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/d7ucECb

A lot of reviewers are saying that this origin story for Optimus Prime and Megatron, aimed at younger audiences, is dramatically satisfying even for those who are unfamiliar with franchise lore. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/icShXk8

The studi says that replacing human artists with AI will save “millions and millions of dollars.” from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/HTK1FGr

One of the streamer’s most successful animated series ever, based on the video game ‘League of Legends,’ returns for its final chapter when Act 1 drops November 9, Act 2 drops November 16, and Act 3 drops November 23. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/hmDJd5Z

The legendary genius behind ‘Dexter’s Lab,’ ‘Samurai Jack’ and “Hotel Transylvania’ to receive the Award of Excellence at the festival, which runs September 26-28; the 3-day event features screenings, panel discussions, and presentations from SCAD Alumni students, alumni and industry creatives. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/NPjR5Dw

The independent French VFX company plans to bring French creativity and international production expertise to the U.K.’s film and television industry. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/Wk83vOt

Peer-to-peer awards honor broadcasters, investors/distributors, and producers in the promotion and development of European animation; Franco-German public broadcaster ARTE, Germany’s ZDF Studios, and Ireland’s Cartoon Saloon were honored. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/kMxL5pu

Netflix’s week-long event began with videos and announcements for the animated series ‘Castlevania Nocturne,’ ‘Wolf King,’ and ‘Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance.’ from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/dGKTOgn

The Oscar-winning ‘Frozen’ writer and director will return to fulltime filmmaking as writer and director of ‘Frozen 3’ and ‘Frozen 4,’ while the Oscar-winning ‘Encanto’ writer and director assumes the chief creative officer role, effective immediately.   from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/3evgPKj

The adventures continue when havoc-wreaking Mogwai heads to San Francisco and the American West; Part 1 of the 2-part season debuts October 3. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/WNyBnU2

From DreamWorks Animation, the spooky animated adventures continue as the Vanderhouven family keeps trying to undo the generational curse caused by their greedy ancestors, streaming globally October 4. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/M6Jnv9m

The Austin-based workers’ 96% supermajority vote approves new contract prioritizing wage equality, job security and retirement benefits. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/mKD6Mnf

Watch our Short Pick of the Day. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/8anU95m

Ahead of the prolific video game franchise’s 25th anniversary, Amazon MGM Studios confirms its first film adaptation is in the works. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/z8QvHNr

The move follows failed talks between Annapurna Pictures founder Megan Ellison and Nathan Gary, former president of Annapurna Interactive, that were aimed at converting the division into a separate company. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/TYr8RWu

Coming this winter, the virtual production software update will deliver Camera and Display Plugin and Color Calibrator improvements for a better broadcast and cinema workflow; both apps are free with select features available under a paid license. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/8Pjy02m

Motion design and production studio embraces the ‘Beast’ to reflect its expertise and ‘Odd’ to represent the rarity of its ‘high caliber’ creative work. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/gUnd2oe

The film, made as part of the company’s ‘Project Arena’ deep dive into ICVFX (in-camera VFX), highlights the state of visual effects and filmmaking – from the artist’s point of view; new innovative virtual production tools integrate virtual shoots into overall production pipeline, enabling direct use of film production assets without any preprocessing. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/ZkV5wLc

The Irish animation event is set to take place October 4-6. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/XLzk0Q8

The dystopian fantasy/action/horror story is being adapted as an anime-inspired feature. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/0bK15T8

The event, which brings together thousands of artists working in the entertainment industry, will be held October 25-27. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/wodX8v7

The short will premiere this fall on Disney+. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/WEOGuU2

The AI Task Force’s report, ‘Critical Crossroads: The Impact of Generative AI and the Importance of Protecting the Animation Workforce’ describes the impact of GenAI on animation workers and the animation industry; report drops as The Animation Guild resumes previously failed negotiations with AMPTP. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/hQGN7X6

Eminem’s 1999 alter ego returns, via AI, live onstage at the ceremony and on the music icon’s ‘Houdini’ video, which scored the first VFX VMA honor for a digital character recreated in an AI-powered pipeline – watch it here! from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/QclxyuC

The annual awards celebrate European animation achievements; 12 companies compete this year for Broadcaster, Investor/Distributor, and Producer of the Year awards; the forum kicks off September 16 with Tribute awards presented closing day, September 19. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/1DyPOrI

The action is fierce as the daring warrior Sigrid seeks vengeance against the Gods in this stylized 2D animated series, set in a world of Norse mythology filled with great battles, great deeds, and great despair; streams September 19. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/Z95N4Un

Oscar-nominated writer/director Chris Sanders’ beautifully animated gem about a domestic robot shipwrecked on an uninhabited island who becomes the adoptive parent of an orphaned gosling while protecting the animals 'she' encounters hits theaters September 27. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/fSoFrcV

The Portland Festival of Cinema, Animation & Technology, which wrapped last month, featured 160+ films in competition, including 90 animated shorts and features; animated films ‘Fulgores’ by Andrés Palma and ‘LUKi and the Lights’ each garnered wins in 2 categories. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/Hu6gDeG

The ‘House of Gucci’ actor joins Lamorne Morris, Brendan Gleeson, and Nicholas Cage in the upcoming ‘Spider-Man Noir’ comic adaptation, which follows the aging, down on his luck PI in 1930s New York grappling with his past life as a superhero. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/G6eaCwo

Written by Christopher Golden and Thomas E. Sniegoski with all-new cover art by Mike Mignola and Dave Stewart, the project celebrates 30 Years of Hellboy. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/sOy4gNa

The upcoming show, which features original music and updated takes on Barney classics, debuts October 14, followed by a linear premiere October 18 on Cartoon Network. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/7YPzyMo

The Japan Croatia Film Festival brings Anime to Zagreb September 21-23, connecting the countries through filmmaking; 3rd Croatian Film Festival heads to Tokyo in November. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/qfOEjG2

The studio created 40 VFX shots and 17 MGFX animations for the film that chronicles the 1970 Apollo launch and its catastrophic explosion, adding compelling visuals to the emotional story and rescue; now streaming on Netflix. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/boNIn3q

The popular animated series heads into its 5th and last season celebrating the underdog crew who are dangerously close to being promoted out of the lower decks and into strange new Starfleet roles; 10-episode season kicks off with 2 episodes October 24. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/68QI1lc

LAIKA’s 15th Anniversary screenings of its acclaimed 2009 stop-motion film continue their successful new runs, exceeding original box office takes in some territories; screenings in France and Italy are slated for November. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/Xmz35dp

The project, recently acquired by the distributor, is based on the manga by ‘Chainsaw Man’ creator Tatsuki Fujimoto, and follows the relationship between two girls drawn together by art. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/V1X0RMn

The grisly flick, directed by Steven LaMorte and starring David Howard Thornton, follows a sadistic version of the beloved Steamboat Willie character as he torments a group of unsuspecting ferry passengers. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/bc9svIk

Reaction is mixed for the big-screen adaptation of Mojang’s best-selling video game, directed by Jared Hess and starring Jack Black, Danielle Brooks, Sebastian Eugene Hansen, and Jason Momoa; film hits theaters April 4, 2025. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/s6zINbx

Two shows set in early 1600s Japan, FX’s 10-episode historical drama based on James Clavell’s 1975 novel, and Netflix’s animated drama about a mixed-race sword master living a life in disguise and shame while seeking vengeance, led the pack at the awards ceremonies held over two days this weekend at the Peacock Theater in LA. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/6SLguzQ

The awards will be presented later this month in Greece. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/mOR0U7N

Award-winning ‘Alien: Romulus’ director will present live at Italy’s premier animation and VFX event running October 14-19 in the beautiful baroque city of Turin. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/eTQdkbP

House of Cool alum tasked with driving studio’s growth, spearheading global strategic partnerships and leading the company’s expanded 2D production services. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/DUr5EBJ

First announced in 2023 as a series reboot at Lionsgate Television, the project serves as a retelling of the original ‘Twilight’ novel from the perspective of the broody vampire Edward Cullen. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/a5R7Izm

September 23 awards ceremony kicks off the ANIMASYROS International Animation Festival taking place September 23-29 in Syros, Greece. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/LeRxfqv

Organization’s Animation Educators Forum awards support individuals or groups with their research, scholarly activity, or creative projects in animation; 6 selected projects share in over $19K in funding. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/Hj6YyVW

Aardman’s famed stop-motion comic duo returns in an epic new adventure set to debut October 27 at the historic TCL Chinese Theatre – coming to Netflix this winter; AFI Fest runs October 23-27. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/XWsNa5x

10 selected project creators from Ukraine, Bulgaria, Romania, Turkey and Georgia will be invited to attend a 5-day workshop in Tbilisi, Georgia November 26–30, with 5 workshopped projects selected for presentation at the MIFA market in June 2025; submission deadline is October 6. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/UPW15b0

Gints Zilbalodis’ Annecy award-winning 3D animated film, which follows a cat who wakes up in a universe where all human life seems to have disappeared, opens in New York and Los Angeles on November 22. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/kcnmgbz

Starting December 6, fans can step inside Bluey's house in real life at CAMP’s 5th Avenue flagship location. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/Ha4dmhG

As part of a ‘90 years’ celebration of the iconic animated Walt Disney Company character, Donald appears on the celebrity interview show to prove he can take on the heat after a challenge by Daisy Duck. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/Zn3kCy2

The ‘Heroes’ and ‘Covert Affairs’ actor will play Nefertari Cobra, the King of Alabasta and the patriarch of the Nefertari family. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/hXGT7HL

The kids and family animation studio taps writing partners Cal Brunker and Bob Barlen for inaugural project, an animated adaptation of the children’s classic ‘Doctor Dolittle.’ from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/xRlK08z

See how the studio created the show’s iconic, larger than life dragons with a seamless fusion of on-set footage and CG assets, each crafted to embody a distinct personality; the terrifyingly regal and composed Silverwing joins the hunt in the new season. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/PyM97H3

In celebration of the 5th annual ‘Star Trek Day,’ franchise launches global campaign aimed at giving back; pop-up fan activations set for Chicago, Vancouver, and Berlin and select ‘Star Trek’ episodes stream free September 7-13 across Paramount+ platforms. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/1UIFLfA

The 2nd annual event opens VFX challenge, #EscapeToTheMoon, to anyone, anywhere; event will be live streamed from Tokyo, Japan December 6 and 8 with winners showcased throughout – submission deadline is September 30. from AWN Headline News https://ift.tt/Br3NJCv

The Kelsey Mann film has become the all-time animation leader with $1.66 billion. from Cartoon Brew https://ift.tt/Q2B7nzK