An Open Letter from WIA President Marge Dean
WIA president addresses important issues concerning working from home and how it’s affecting people’s lives during pandemic.
Category: People
Winners & Highlights: Nickelodeon’s Kids’ Choice Awards 2020
Virtually produced May 2 telecast, hosted by Victoria Justice, was full of surprises, celebrities, and SLIME!
In 2D, 3D, Awards, CG, Digital Media, Event, Films, Games, Music and Sound, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
A Bit of Hope from a Superhero Fan in ‘Heroes in Lockdown’ Animated Short
French filmmaker Régis Raffin’s stylized film, made by a small team from their homes during lockdown, shares the notion that nothing, especially tough times of despair, lasts forever.
In 2D, CG, Digital Media, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All, Europe
WATCH: ‘The Bruvs’ ‘Lockdown Blues’ Music Video
The pandemic provides a chance at self-improvement for villain brothers Doug and Den Bruv, who take up guitar and pen a bluesy ode to the world of social distancing and coronavirus quarantines.
In 2D, Digital Media, Music and Sound, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All
SYFY Greenlights ‘Psycho Psalms’ Pilot for TZGZ Late-Night Animation Block
Stop-motion dark comedy project from LA’s Open The Portal follows the exploits of a 1940s D-List cartoon character suddenly transported to the present day postmodern Internet hellscape.
Kevin Smith Hosting ‘Solar Opposites’ Animated Twitter Q & A
On May 6, crash-landed aliens Justin Roiland and Thomas Middleditch join noted backwards baseball cap-wearing director for a “mind altering” discussion about Hulu’s new animated comedy.
In 2D, Business, Cartoons, CG, Digital Media, Event, People, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All
Taika Waititi to Harness the Force in New ‘Star Wars’ Feature
Oscar-winning ‘Jojo Rabbit’ director to co-write and direct new movie franchise entry; new ‘Star Wars’ Disney+ series also announced during May the Fourth celebrations.
In 3D, Business, CG, Digital Media, Films, People, Television, Visual Effects, Writing | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Gutsy Animation’s ‘Moominvalley’ Coming to the Nordics
Based on stories by Finnish-Swedish author and artist, Tove Janson, the award-winning animated series relays and preserves important parts of Nordic cultural heritage.
In 3D, Business, CG, Digital Media, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Europe
The Embassy Hires Kenny Solomon to Head New LA Operations
Industry veteran and entrepreneur will be direct point of contact for VFX studio’s growing U.S. client base.
In 3D, Business, CG, Commercials, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America
WATCH: Pixomondo VFX Breakdown Reel for ‘The Hunt’
Led by VFX supervisors Johnny Gibson and Edward Hawkins, the studio provided a bucket-full of digital blood and gore, wounds, muzzle flashes, deadly arrows and a digital jet on the Jason Blum and Damon Lindelof produced action-thriller.
In 2D, 3D, CG, Digital Media, Films, People, Technology, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Highlights of FMX 1994-2020 Launching May 5
Starting tomorrow, running through May 8 and then every two weeks through the end 2020, conference will post a new online piece dedicated to an outstanding personality from the event’s history.
In 2D, 3D, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Films, People, Short Films, Technology, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX | Geographic Region: All, Europe
‘Goosebumps’ Getting Resurrected on the Small Screen
Sony Pictures TV, Scholastic and ‘Goosebumps’ film producer Neal Moritz are developing a new series based on R. L. Stine’s hugely popular children’s horror novels.
In CG, Digital Media, Films, People, Television, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Stuttgart Animation Festival OnlineFestival+ Launches May 5
On-demand edition of ITFS begins tomorrow, running through May 10, with nine features and more than 200 films in total.
In 2D, 3D, CG, Digital Media, Event, Festival, Films, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: ITFS | Geographic Region: All, Europe
Annecy 2020 Releases Online Animation Festival and Market Details
Running June 15-30, the digital event will feature an extensive mix of animated film and project competitions, masterclasses, and related activities, along with extensive Mifa pitch, meeting, and expert presentation resources.
‘Sardine in Outer Space’ Hits Teletoon+ May 4
Toon Factory defines their path in the world of kids’ animation with new and future series including, ‘How to Shrink…,’ ‘Mood,’ and ‘The Music Traveller.’
In 2D, 3D, Books, Business, CG, Digital Media, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All, Europe
‘The Essentials’ According to Brad Bird
On the eve of his debut co-hosting TCM’s classic film series, the two-time Oscar-winning director discusses his love of movies and the differences between big and small screen viewing experiences.
In 2D, 3D, Acting, CG, Digital Media, Films, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: All
Exclusive Clip: Spying on the Kiddies in ‘Free Range Children’ on ‘Duncanville’
From this Sunday’s episode on FOX, Jack and Annie shared the joys of spy cams with the kids, who beg them not to use a babysitter.
Binge Some Stop-Motion Brick Building with ‘LEGO Masters’
Showrunner Anthony Dominici tasks Stoopid Buddy Stoodios, Charlie Co, and Mister to animate FOX’s fun and whimsical LEGO building reality TV show.
In 2D, 3D, Broadcast Design, CG, Digital Media, People, Stop-Motion, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: All
CLIP: New Season 2 ‘Kipo and The Age of Wonderbeasts’ Teaser Trailer
10 new episodes of DreamWorks Animation’s whimsical post-apocalyptic fantasy premiere June 12 on Netflix.
In 2D, Business, CG, Digital Media, People, Technology | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All
The Devil Goes Down to Delaware in ‘Little Demon’
New animated FX comedy series will follow the Devil’s plight as he tries to gain custody of his Antichrist daughter’s soul.
Exclusive: Baobab Studios and John Legend Release ‘When You Can Fly’ Music Video
New lyrics music video of original song from 4-time Emmy Award-winning animated VR film to help raise awareness of Return to the Heart Foundation’s Native COVID-19 Action Fund.
Rainmaker Studios Consolidates Under Mainframe Studio Brand
WOW! Unlimited Media brings short form and long form projects together under one header.
Chapeau Studios Helps ‘The Donut King’ Spotlight His Confectionary Crown
Signature pink boxes and ‘sweet’ skateboarding effects are skillfully sprinkled throughout Ted Ngoy’s classic rags to riches tale.
In 2D, 3D, Awards, CG, Films, Motion Graphics, People, Post-production, Television, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: All
E-books, Free Books, 1-2-3 (4) Books
Peewee Frog makes its library of e-books free for coronavirus-challenged families.
In Books, Business, Digital Media, Education and Training, People | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Reality Bites | Geographic Region: All
Funimation and Bigscreen Bring 30+ Anime Films to VR
Virtual anime movie theater to kick off May 1 with special weekend of live film screenings starting with fan favorite, ‘Your Name.’
In 2D, 3D, Anime, Business, CG, Digital Media, Films, Home Entertainment, People, AR/VR/XR | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All
