Aaron Benitez tests mocha Pro v3 to see how Imagineer Systems allows you to “Track Like a Boss.”

There’s a reason very few studios make stop-motion feature films – like trying to out-talk Lena Dunham, it’s unbelievably difficult. Credit LAIKA - ParaNorman is exquisitely animated, with a depth of visuals and fluidity of motion that is truly fantastic. You’ve never seen stop-motion like this. The acting, the range of motion, the sets, the props, the costumes, and the attention to detail is apparent in every scene.

I really enjoyed this film, and can relate to Norman because I have been bullied before, like most people, for being different. The film is very emotional and about proving one’s inner power. I am really impressed by how the animators created the film out of stop motion! I marveled at the intricate metal skeleton design of the assembly for the puppets used for the making of the film.

Chronicle's new book goes in-depth to show the considerable differences and complexity of a full stop-motion feature utilizing LAIKA’s unique techniques.

…When we last left Mark, he was battling with a number-crunching Klingon and trying to Trek into the big Comic-Con sessions, where evidently too many had gone before him…

Joe Strike joins 4,000 "bronies" to witness the show's remarkable growing fan base first hand.

Bryan Hoff once again puts a new HP workstation to the test for AWN.

Brad Clark, our intrepid character rigging master, puts Autodesk’s latest software suite through its paces.

Our tireless festival stalwart Nancy Phelps shares her in-depth perspective on this year’s Annecy festival.

Part 1 of Mark's epic journey to get his geek on and dive headfirst into Comic-Con.