‘Big Hero 6’ Soundtrack Features Score by Henry Jackman
The ‘Big Hero 6’ soundtrack features a score by Henry Jackman and ‘Immortals,’ an original song by Fall Out Boy.
Category: People
Scout Brings Ryan Berkley Art to Life for Marriot Instagram Campaign
Scout brings to life quirky creatures of illustrator Ryan Berkley in a new social media campaign for Residence Inn by Marriott.
Warner Bros. Announces Upcoming Feature, TV Slate
Studio confirms plans for three Harry Potter-themed films from J.K. Rowling’s ‘Fantastic Beasts,’ 10 DC Entertainment super hero features -- including ‘Wonder Woman’ -- and three new ‘LEGO’ features.
In Business, Films, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America
Alasdair + Jock Deliver New Video for ‘Earthworm Heart’
Project marks the first time the directorial duo has created a completely computer-generated animation.
In 2D, Music and Sound, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Europe
Jurgen Kantenwein Joins Codex
With over twenty years of experience in digital film workflows, Kantenwein oversaw the deployment of some of the world’s first DI grading systems on Peter Jackson’s ‘Lord Of The Rings’ trilogy.
Sue Rowe and Erik De Boer Talk ‘The Maze Runner’
Method’s VFX and animation supervisors discuss the creation of the maze environment and Griever characters for Wes Ball’s hit YA adaptation.
In CG, Films, People, Technology, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Faculty, Students & Industry Collaborate on Classic Game-Inspired Cinematics
Classic text-based adventure game ‘ZORK’ inspires live-action and computer generated cinematics for University of Wisconsin-Stout Art and Design project.
In CG, Education and Training, Games, Motion Graphics, People, Technology | Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: NAB | Geographic Region: North America
Framestore Unveils the VFX behind ‘Dracula Untold’
Framestore delivers more than 700 VFX shots for Universal’s ‘Dracula Untold,’ including CG environments, CG battle scenes and millions of CG bats, as well as look development and character animation for the film’s central character, Vlad Tepes, also known as Vlad the Impaler.
In Films, People, Places, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Europe, North America
AWN Giveaway: Studio Ghibli’s ‘The Tale of The Princess Kaguya’
Directed by Isao Takahata, latest film from Studio Ghibli opens in New York and Los Angeles on Friday, October 17.
Bakshi’s ‘Last Days of Coney Island’ Nears Completion
Animator Mark Phillips steps viewers through his process of animating Bakshi freaks for ‘Last Days of Coney Island.’
NC Comicon Adds Animation Panels & Screenings
NCCC lineup to include U.S. premiere of DreamWorks Animation’s ‘Kung Fu Panda: Secrets of The Scroll’; Director Stephan Franck to introduce screenings of Sony Pictures Animation's ‘The Smurfs: The Legend of Smurfy Hollow’ and fan-favorite ‘The Iron Giant.’
In 3D, CG, Event, Festival, Films, People, Places, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: North America
HPA Announces Power-Packed Lineup for SMPTE 2014 Symposium
The Hollywood Post Alliance will host the SMPTE Symposium, bringing together top technology experts and leading filmmakers to engage with the theme of ‘Making Do With More.’
Perry’s Previews Movie Review & Filmmaker Interviews: 'The Boxtrolls'
The Boxtrolls is a charming and quirky film that is a bit less dark and suspenseful than LAIKA’s previous animations, but with the same incredible visual effects.
Visual Effects You Might Have Missed
If you ask a VFX artist what the ultimate goal was with their work, they might respond they would like it to be invisible.
PGS Secures New Licensing Deal with Brazil’s Globosat
PGS Entertainment announces new licensing deals for Bagdasarian Productions’ ‘ALVINNN!!! and The Chipmunks.’
In Business, Cartoons, Event, Licensing, People, Places, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: MIPCOM | Geographic Region: Europe
Platige Image Delivers VFX for Bagiński’s ‘Ambition’
Award-winning filmmaker Tomek Bagiński’s ‘Ambition,’ starring Aidan Gillen and Aisling Franciosi, to premiere in BFI sci-fi program, “Days of Fear and Wonder,” on October 24th.
ABC to Air ‘Star Wars Rebels’ Sunday, October 26
Special one-hour broadcast of ‘Star Wars Rebels: Spark of Rebellion’ to include new scene featuring Dearth Vader voiced by James Earl Jones.
In 3D, Cartoons, CG, People, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: North America
DreamWorks Animation Releases New ‘Penguins of Madagascar’ Clip
New clip introduces the origin tale of the intrepid penguin crew and includes a cameo appearance by Werner Herzog.
In 3D, CG, Films, People, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: Comic-Con | Geographic Region: North America
The Animation Pimp - Hot Freaks: The New Generation of Canadian Animation
It wouldn’t be a stretch to compare the current Canadian indie animation scene to that of Canadian men’s hockey.
Trixter Film Expands to Toronto, Launches Trixter Inc.
New entity will operate as a hybrid company, offering high-caliber animation and visual effects services in addition to developing, producing and co-producing original content with partners worldwide.
In Business, CG, Films, People, Places, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Europe, North America
‘On Angel Wings’ to Premiere at BFI London Film Fest
Based on the book by Michael Morpurgo, new Christmas story from Illuminated Films premieres at BFI London Film Festival on Sunday, October 19th.
In Books, Event, Festival, Films, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Europe
Stoopid Buddy Teams with Vimeo on Online Stop Motion Course
Aspiring animators will have opportunity to learn from the award-winning team behind ‘Robot Chicken’ with "Stoopid Buddy Stoodios Animation Class."
Hoku & Adam Throw Stop Motion Beard Party for Wilkinson
Stop motion ad directed by master stop frame duo Hoku & Adam captured in-camera by a 48-piece camera rig designed by Timeslice.
In Commercials, People, Places, Stop-Motion | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Europe
MPC Creative London Appoints Sophie Gunn as Executive Producer
Appointment comes alongside the recent hire of Zak Thornborough as Executive Producer of MPC Creative in the U.S.
Little Airplane Appoints Resident Producer in China
Based in Beijing, Stephanie Zhang will offer on-the-ground support to U.S. kids producer’s current clients and partners and work with the company to build new relationships in the Chinese market.
