‘Claydream’ Documentary Explores Will Vinton’s Claymation Heyday
Watch the trailer for director Marq Evans’ intimate portrait of the stop-motion animation pioneer’s highs and lows; the film opens in theaters today, August 5.
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Here are Marvel’s First Looks and Panels Coming to Disney’s D23 Expo
Marvel Studios plans to deliver attendees a 60th anniversary celebration of Spider-Man, a sprawling showcase of exclusive items and events, and more in Anaheim next month.
Miyazaki Animates Teaser Ahead of Ghibli Park’s Fall Opening
Check out the new spot that sees iconic Studio Ghibli characters journeying to the park on board a Cat Train.
In 2D, Anime, CG, Commercials, People, Places, Theme Parks - Installations | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Asia
Pat Carroll, Voice of Ursula in ‘The Little Mermaid,’ Dies at 95
The television comedy star turned voiceover acting legend brought to life one of Disney’s most memorable villains.
In 2D, Acting, CG, Films, In Passing, People, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All
Netflix, Brutus Pink Sign 3-Year Deal Extension
The streamer reaffirms its commitment to the studio behind ‘Big Mouth,’ a show it cites as one of its best-performing and most beloved animated series to date.
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Paul Coker Jr., Designer of Iconic Rankin/Bass Characters, Dies at 93
The artist, who began his career as an illustrator for ‘Mad Magazine,’ cemented his legacy by creating the heroes and villains of many stop-motion holiday classics.
South Park’: Dates Set for 25th Anniversary Pop-Ups, Concert, Immersive Experience
Each event continues the series’ celebratory summer, with shoppable spaces, showcases of rarities from ‘South Park’ Studios, and performances from fan-favorite bands.
Union VFX Delivers a Tasty Bakery Van Chase for Marvel’s ‘Moon Knight’
The London-based studio shares its VFX breakdown reel showcasing how they created a high-octane cupcake delivery truck pursuit through the Alps for Marvel and Disney+’s latest MCU series.
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Destin Daniel Cretton Set to Direct ‘Avengers: The Kang Dynasty’
The ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ director will helm the fifth ‘Avengers’ movie, adding yet another lofty project to a dance card filling up quickly as part of his overall deal with Marvel.
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Roland Emmerich to Direct ‘Those About to Die’ Gladiator Epic for Peacock
The mega-budget maven will adapt author Daniel Mannix’s non-fiction tome on ancient Rome as a dramatic series, which got a straight-to-series order from the streamer.
Bruce Campbell Says ‘Evil Dead’ Animated Series Talks Have Begun
The big-chinned face of the horror franchise says he’s ready to voice an animated Ash, and offers some high praise for Lee Cronin’s upcoming film, ‘Evil Dead Rise.’
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Mike Moon Resigns as Netflix Head of Adult Animation
The streamer has begun its search to replace the former Disney Television Animation exec, who oversaw the streamer’s ever-expanding adult animation slate and its production facility, Vine Studios.
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Dan Harmon Shares ‘Krapopolis’ Preview at Comic-Con 2022
Fans feast on first footage from the animated comedy during FOX Entertainment’s inaugural panel in support of the show.
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Nickelodeon and Paramount+ Unveil First Look at ‘Rugrats’ Season 2
The studios’ Comic-Con panel shared a new teaser, behind-the-scenes art -- and news of 13 additional second season episodes plus a Season 3 renewal.
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Karen Toliver to Lead Netflix’s Newly Restructured Film Animation Team
Executive changes are afoot at the streamer in the wake of its acquisition, announced earlier this week, of animation hub Animal Logic.
Terapin Studios Acquires Toomics Global Webtoon Platform for $160 Million
Company follows up this past February’s purchase of webtoon producer Copin Communications with new deal execs are confident will bring the company’s cartoon creators further into the international marketplace, putting them in better position to negotiate IP deals.
In 2D, Art, Business, Comics, Digital Media, People, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Asia
‘Inu-Oh’ Gets U.S. Theatrical Release Date
Here’s a full list of all theaters where Masaaki Yuasa’s revisionist history rock opera is scheduled to play this August.
Denis Villeneuve Begins Filming ‘Dune: Part Two’
Shooting on the second half of Warner Bros. and Legendary’s still-unfolding sci-fi saga is now underway; planned locations include Budapest, Abu Dhabi, Jordan, and Italy.
Nintendo Buys Dynamo Pictures
The CG production company will focus on developing IP-based visual content; company name will change to ‘Nintendo Pictures Co., Ltd’ as part of the deal, which is expected to close later this year.
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BREAK+ENTER Rebuilds New York Subway System for ‘Russian Doll’ Season 2
The VFX studio created highly realistic, easily controllable CG models and worked extensively with LEDs to bring the city’s subway tunnels to life on Netflix’s Emmy Award-winning series starring Natasha Lyonne.
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