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Keynotes, panels, talks, workshops, and masterclasses from Italy’s premier event on Computer Graphics, Interactive Techniques, Digital Cinema, 2D/3D Animation, VR and AR, Gaming, and VFX now streaming; All-Access and Light Pass tickets on sale now.

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Scanline VFX Takes a Big Bite Out of ‘Meg 2: The Trench’

The studio delivers 590 shots across 20 sequences, including the prehistoric opening, the final battle, and loads of creature work on a T. rex, giant octopus, snappers, and megalodon triumvirate of Apex, Haiqui, and Bob, in Jason Stathom and Warner Bros.’ ‘The Meg’ sequel.

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Celebrating The Best in Animation! Headline News

VIP Tickets for 51st Annie Awards Now on Sale

ASIFA-Hollywood’s annual celebration of excellence in animation is set for February 17, 2024 at UCLA’s Royce Hall; nomination announcements are coming January 11, 2024.

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No Rest for the Weary Headline News

Director Destin Daniel Cretton Exits ‘Avengers: The Kang Dynasty’

While the reasons behind the departure are unknown, rumors swirl that writer Jeff Loveness is next on the chopping block in a massive overhaul meant to remove Johnathon Majors and the Kang character completely; the troubled film is still slated for a May 1, 2026 release.

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Masters of the Universe Headline News

‘Masters of the Universe’ Feature May Move to Amazon

Directors Adam and Aaron Nee’s live-action project, based on Mattel’s He-Man character, dropped by Netflix this past July after $30 million was spent in development, is rumored to be headed to Amazon MGM Studios, with lead Kyle Allen still attached.

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Celebrating the Best in Animation ANIMATIONWorld

Behind the Line Work of Animation is Film 2023’s Grand Prize Winners

Both ‘Chicken for Linda!’ and ‘Letter to a Pig’ push the medium’s artistic boundaries with constant motion, unrefined lines, and imprecise shading and coloring, proving more experimental, auteur-driven animation can be every bit as compelling and entertaining as mainstream films.

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The Anvil Has Been Lifted Headline News

‘Coyote vs. Acme’ Lives - Warner Bros. Reverses Decision, Will Now Shop Film

The anvil has been lifted off the live-action/CG animation hybrid feature that follows a down-and-out billboard lawyer who decides to represent Wile. E. Coyote in a lawsuit against ACME Corporation, with Amazon as a rumored buyer.

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No Heroes Only Rebels Headline News

Trailer Drops for Zack Snyder’s ‘Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire’

Closing out Geeked Week ‘23 was a special Sunday event held exclusively for the epic two-part science-fantasy that explores the original universe, lore, and its characters; the first film streams December 22.

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So Much Good Stuff Headline News

Netflix’s ‘Geeked Week 2023’ Showcase Day 3 Roundup

AWN and VFXWorld's final programming update shares even more big title reveals and announcements for 10 of the streamer’s upcoming film and series projects, including ‘Damsel,’ ‘Dead Boy Detectives,’ ‘Exploding Kittens,’ and ‘Terminator: The Anime Series.’

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So Much Good Stuff Headline News

Netflix’s ‘Geeked Week 2023’ Showcase Day 2 Roundup

The programming updates come in hot for a second day, with even more exciting reveals and announcements for 15 of the streamer’s upcoming film and series projects, including ‘3 Body Problem,’ ‘Masters of the Universe: Revolution,’ ‘Blue Eyes Samurai,’ and ‘The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep.’

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So Much Good Stuff Headline News

Netflix’s ‘Geeked Week 2023’ Showcase Day 1 Roundup

A week of programming-reveal mayhem kicked off with exciting announcements for 11 of the streamer’s upcoming film and series projects, including ‘Ultraman Rising,’ ‘Arcane,’ and ‘Jurassic World: Chaos Theory.’

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Damsel v. Dragon Headline News

Netflix Releases Teaser Trailer for Millie Bobby Brown’s ‘Damsel’

Geeked Week '23 knows no bounds… the ‘Stranger Things’ darling stars as a strong-willed princess who must fight for her survival after she is sacrificed to a dragon to repay an ancient royal debt; the dark live-action fantasy streams in 2024.

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The Great Scramble Headline News

Marvel Reveals Multiple Film Delays as Productions Resume

The strike is over and things are happening fast... the studio’s entire slate has been affected, leaving ‘Deadpool 3’ as its only studio release in 2024; ‘Captain America: Brave New World’ and ‘Thunderbolts’ will now premiere in 2025.

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Festivals Headline News

Manchester Animation Festival 2023 Reveals Keynote and Program Updates

Event kicks off November 12, featuring hundreds of activities, with screenings, panels, workshops, masterclasses, and making of sessions; special events include ‘Magic Light Pictures at 20’ and ‘Festival Spotlight on Croatia.’

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The Anvil Has Dropped Headline News

John Cena’s ‘Coyote vs. Acme’ Shelved by Warner Bros.

A year after filming was completed, the anvil has officially been dropped on the live action/CG animation hybrid feature following a down-and-out billboard lawyer who decides to represent Wile. E. Coyote in a lawsuit against ACME Corporation

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Facing Your Fears Headline News

Netflix Releases Charlie Kaufman’s ‘Orion and the Dark’ Teaser

The 3DCG feature from DreamWorks Animation, penned by the Oscar-winning writer and filmmaker, tells the story of an average kid and his not-so-average all-consuming fears, coming to the streamer in February 2024.

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What Me Worry? Headline News

Disney and Pixar Drop First ‘Inside Out 2’ Trailer

What teenager doesn't want a new emotion? The studios’ highly anticipated sequel to Pete Docter’s Oscar-winning 2015 ‘Inside Out’ will theaters next Summer.

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Games to Movies Oh Boy! Headline News

Nintendo Developing ‘Legend of Zelda’ Live-Action Film

‘Maze Runner’ trilogy helmer Wes Ball is set to direct the project, with representative director and Fellow of Nintendo Shigeru Miyamoto producing alongside Avi Arad for Arad Productions.

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Even More Marvelous Headline News

Final Trailer for ‘The Marvels’ Features Surprising Cameo

Caption Marvel forms an unlikely trio with Captain Rambeau and Ms. Marvel to save the universe this Friday, November 10... and guess who shows up?

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Strikes Slay Dragons Headline News

Live-Action ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ Production Delayed

Ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike pushes out Universal’s adaptation, starring Mason Thames and Nico Parker as franchise romantic leads Hiccup and Astrid, to a June 13, 2025 theatrical release.

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We Return to the Return of the Planet of the Apes Headline News

Watch: 20th Century Studios Teases ‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’

This and a Diet Coke… what else do you need? Directed by Wes Ball and starring Owen Teague, Freya Allan, Kevin Durand, Peter Macon and William H. Macy, the newest chapter of the storied franchise comes to theaters Spring 2024.

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Celebrating the Best in Computer Graphics Headline News

16th ACM SIGGRAPH Asia Brings the CG World Together

A gathering place for technical and creatives in research, science, art, animation, gaming, interactivity, education, and emerging technologies, the annual conference and exhibition on computer graphics and interactive techniques comes to Sidney, Australia, December 12-15.

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Streaming Salem Headline News

‘Salem’s Lot’ Remake May Debut on Max Instead of in Theaters

Warner Bros.’ forthcoming feature adaptation of Stephen King’s 1975 vampire novel, first pushed from a Fall 2022 to Spring 2023 release before being shelved by the SAG-AFTRA strike, may bypass cinemas and stream instead.

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The Hellblazer is Back? Headline News

Is ‘Constantine 2’ Still in Development?

Everyone’s favorite demonologist may yet return in a feature film sequel to the 2005 cult-favorite supernatural action thriller, with Keanu Reeves reprising the iconic role.

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They’re Here! Headline News

Amazon MGM Studios Developing ‘Poltergeist’ Series

Set in the world of the beloved 1982 cult classic, the upcoming show will be executive produced by Darryl Frank and Justin Falvey for Amblin Television.