SVA Hosts MFA Thesis Project Screenings
The May 11-12 programs will feature over 30 graduate projects showcasing unique approaches to creative self-expression; first program includes 2D and motion graphics projects, while second features experimental art and 3D.
Key Art Revealed for ‘Adventure Time: Distant Lands – Together Again’
It’s almost here! Best buds Finn the human and Jake the dog embark on an epic adventure taking them far from home, where they unite against a monstrous evil; third installment of the popular series streams May 20 on HBO Max.
‘VS’ Animated Series Shows Female Olympic Athletes Overcoming Adversity
Using a range of visual styles, SK-II STUDIO’s 6-part anthology highlights real-life stories of the challenges faced by athletes including Simon Biles, Liu Xiang, and Ishikawa Kasumi; now streaming at SK-II CITY.
2-Part ‘Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Eternal The Movie’ Coming to Netflix
‘The Way of the Househusband’ director Chiaki Kon helms the new adventures of Sailor Moon and the Sailor Guardians as they battle to prevent the Silver Crystal from being used to rule the Earth and dominate the universe.
Powerful Caster Semenya Short Explores Biology, Beauty, and Bans
Dynamic animated film for Lux’s ‘Born This Way’ campaign supports banned South African athlete’s bid to compete at the world’s leading track events.
Mike Rianda Talks ‘The Mitchells vs. The Machines’
The ‘Gravity Falls’ creative director’s TV production skills got a thorough workout, and then some, in his animated feature film directing debut, now streaming on Netflix.
Netflix Hosting Free ‘Asian Creatives in Animation’ Virtual Event
In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, seven top creative professionals will participate in a panel discussion on creating community and fostering diversity in the animation industry.
Dinosaurs Are Involved in Official ‘Rugrats’ Trailer Reveal
ViacomCBS’ all-new series debut sees Chuckie’s attempt at bravery go horribly wrong; reimagined show, debuting May 27 on Paramount+, stars E.G. Daily, Nancy Cartwright, Cheryl Chase, Cree Summer, and Kath Soucie reprising their iconic roles.
Jinx and Vi Blow Stuff Up in ‘Arcane’ Teaser Trailer
Netflix’s upcoming animated series, based on Riot’s popular MOBA game ‘League of Legends,’ is set in a utopian region of Piltover and the oppressed underground of Zaun, following the origins of two ‘League’ champions.
Netflix Drops ‘The Mitchells vs. The Machines' Animation Featurette
Take an exclusive look at the innovative techniques used to bring Mike Rianda’s animated comedy to life with VFX supervisor Michael Lasker and character designer Lindsey Olivares; film now streaming on Netflix.
Anima2021 Submissions Deadline Coming May 30
Submissions now being accepted for the 2021 Córdoba International Animation Festival, running October 6-8; held every two years since 2001, the festival promotes and celebrates the artistic and technological aspects of the art form, and is the main animation event in Argentina.
Cinedigm and Fantawild Launch Kids’ Streaming Channel
The linear streamer will feature the animation studio’s popular ‘Boonie Bears,’ bringing the Asian hit franchise to North American markets; new content will be released monthly and include the popular ‘Kung Fu Masters of the Zodiac.’
Andrea Miloro Tapped as Mikros Animation President
Former Fox Animation co-president’s appointment reinforces Technicolor’s commitment to expand the company’s feature film and TV production efforts under the Mikros brand.
Streamline Media Finalizes Technicolor Post Acquisition
First announced this past January, deal brings new artists, technical experts, and strategic locations to the company’s expanding base of business units.
Who Knew Road Runner Cartoons Inspired Hollywood’s First Jet Plane Film?
Watch a clip of Oscar winners Ben Burtt and Craig Barron sharing insights into the groundbreaking special effects on Humphrey Bogart’s 1950 film, ‘Chain Lightning,’ his last at Warner Bros.
A New Post-Clone Wars Saga Begins in ‘Star Wars: The Bad Batch’
Supervising director Brad Rau and head writer Jennifer Corbett discuss Lucasfilm’s newest animated ‘Star Wars’ series about a unique group of experimental clone soldiers, set in the aftermath of the Clone War, premiering today on Disney+.
SIGGRAPH 2021 Announces Virtual Art Gallery
The gallery features 14 virtual installations representing an international slate of artists; highlights include Academy Award-nominee ‘Opera,’ Best in Show ‘Cangjie’s Poetry,’ and interactive lighting installation ‘Isle of Reflections.’
New Epic Games White Paper: ‘Grooming for Real-Time Realism: Hair and Fur with Unreal Engine’
Latest deep dive under the hood of Unreal Engine details challenges and real-time solutions for creating realistic-looking hair and fur.
Maggie Simpson Stars in New ‘Star Wars’ Short
Disney+ reveals poster for ‘Maggie Simpson in The Force Awakens From Its Nap’ short that premieres tomorrow, May 4, to celebrate Star Wars Day.
Paramount and Nick Reveal ‘Paw Patrol: The Movie’ First Look Images
Dax Shepard, Tyler Perry, and Kim Kardashian West lead voice cast in the heroic pups’ first big screen adventure, hitting theatres August 20, 2021.
Annecy 2021 Announces Work in Progress Selections
16 WIP projects will be featured at the upcoming hybrid festival edition, with all selections accessible on the festival’s online platform; feature selections include ‘The Siren’ by Sepideh Farsi, ‘Unicorn Wars’ by Alberto Vázquez Rico, and ‘Princess Dragon’ by Anthony Roux and Jean-Jacques Denis.
Erick Oh and Baobab Studios’ ‘Namoo’ to Premiere at Tribeca Film Festival
The Oscar-nominated ‘Opera’ director teams with the Emmy-winning studio behind ‘Baba Yaga,’ ‘Bonfire,’ and ‘Crow: The Legend’ on new theatrical short, created with Quill, about the meaningful moments of one man’s life, symbolized by the positive and painful memories within the branches of a growing tree.
‘Tuca & Bertie’ Back with New Episodes on Adult Swim
Lisa Hanawalt’s critically acclaimed adult animated comedy series, starring Tiffany Haddish and Ali Wong, gets a new lease on life with all new episodes debuting June 13; series centers on the friendship between two millennial bird women dealing with real life issues such as ghosts, sex buses, pottery fails, and therapy.
Animation Masters Summit Announces Legend Awards
Indian animation pioneer, Ketan Mehta and filmmaker, artist, and academic Professor Nina Sabnani to be honored at this year’s virtual summit; registration is open and free for the event, which runs May 4-8.
Tig Notaro’s Animated Stand-Up Special Hits HBO This Summer
Groundbreaking, first-ever fully animated stand-up show, produced by Ellen DeGeneres and animated by Six Point Harness, will also stream on HBO Max.
